back trouble
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From: bowie md
back trouble
I hurt my back 3 weeks ago... today was the first day back in the vette (after one session at the chiropractor!). I'll say that i feel like i look a like an old man sitting down then rotating my body to get in the drivers seat, but i dont care. fortunately the seats and lumbar settings make me feel comfortable sitting in the cockpit... the left leg has some pain so my shifting is a rusty.
oh how i have missed her! In fact, the last 2 nights ive had nightmares about the car either falling apart or me "losing" it. it may be the meds i am on, or some subconscious warning me to use it or lose it... idk, I'm no shrink.
love my girl!
oh how i have missed her! In fact, the last 2 nights ive had nightmares about the car either falling apart or me "losing" it. it may be the meds i am on, or some subconscious warning me to use it or lose it... idk, I'm no shrink.
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I hear ya brother. I have a real severe back damage. I've been able to get in and out of my 2003 up till now. But come next month on the 7th, I go in for some drastic repair work. But I hurt my back 6 years ago in NYC and after six years, I need some relief. The Dr.s wanted to start me on narcotic pain killers, but being a friend of Bill's I knew that wasn't anything I was going to deal with. So surgery is my one hope now.
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Been through several MAJOR back surgeries including a few two level spinal fusions and spinal fusions from the front (abdomen)and rear (back)at the same time. Piece of cake.
I have more titanium in my spine than an F15 Eagle but getting in the Vette is still pretty easy.
I have more titanium in my spine than an F15 Eagle but getting in the Vette is still pretty easy.
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I hear ya brother. I have a real severe back damage. I've been able to get in and out of my 2003 up till now. But come next month on the 7th, I go in for some drastic repair work. But I hurt my back 6 years ago in NYC and after six years, I need some relief. The Dr.s wanted to start me on narcotic pain killers, but being a friend of Bill's I knew that wasn't anything I was going to deal with. So surgery is my one hope now.
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I have had three L4/5 surgeries in the last 20 years. Which is why I drive an automatic. Install a vibrator in the lower back cushion of your C5 seat. Makes a great difference !
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I hear ya brother. I have a real severe back damage. I've been able to get in and out of my 2003 up till now. But come next month on the 7th, I go in for some drastic repair work. But I hurt my back 6 years ago in NYC and after six years, I need some relief. The Dr.s wanted to start me on narcotic pain killers, but being a friend of Bill's I knew that wasn't anything I was going to deal with. So surgery is my one hope now.
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Getting into the car is at least a little therapy in itself. Hope your back gets to feeling better soon.
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Shattered L4 & L5 vertaba a few years ago falling off a ladder. Already had bad discs in four places, and have disc degeneration in T5/6/7 areas. Getting in & out of my '99 is tough sometimes, but the seats are surprisingly comfortable & supportive, so driving is no issue.
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I have several herniated doscs and a stenosis of the spine. I go for regular injections and am on pain pills. When I do use my Vette, I find it more comfortable than other cars. The doctor feels I'm not a good candidate for surgery so it's just a way of life for me. I miss doing a really serious detail on the car because I'll suffer later.
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I binned my Ducati on April 7, to the tune of 12 fractures on 8 right side ribs, plus a partially collapsed lung. I got in and out of the car today for the first time since. When I get done reading the forum, I think I'll sit in it for a few minutes. Will probably try to operate the car this Saturday.
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I binned my Ducati on April 7, to the tune of 12 fractures on 8 right side ribs, plus a partially collapsed lung. I got in and out of the car today for the first time since. When I get done reading the forum, I think I'll sit in it for a few minutes. Will probably try to operate the car this Saturday.
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Good luck to all of you who are ailing.I too have had many injuries, 13 major surgeries to be exact The best was a new right knee joint a couple years ago I just wanted to say that the adjustments in the sport seats in my 01 convertible make for a fantastic comfortable ride.At 72 I am still kickin it.
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I commend the surgeon and the patient for successful back surgery.
I was not so lucky and the surgery I had was unsuccessful and I
have been on narcotics for 10 years. I would think long and hard
before opting for the knife. You talk to folks who have gone that
route and the majority say they should'nt have done it. I would always
wish good luck for surgery but try all other means first.----
I have no issues getting in or out of my vette (once in there are enough
seat adjustments that one can find a level of comfort) it's just a matter
of technique. We love our Vettes don't we?????
I was not so lucky and the surgery I had was unsuccessful and I
have been on narcotics for 10 years. I would think long and hard
before opting for the knife. You talk to folks who have gone that
route and the majority say they should'nt have done it. I would always
wish good luck for surgery but try all other means first.----
I have no issues getting in or out of my vette (once in there are enough
seat adjustments that one can find a level of comfort) it's just a matter
of technique. We love our Vettes don't we?????
Melting Slicks
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Been suffering with back problems for over 30 years.Always declined the surgery that was offered.Now have stenois of cervical and am told I need plates and screws so that I don't become parilized if I fall or get rearended .Just don't know what to do.Anyone had this? Still can get in and out of Z.Very comfortable once in .6ft.6in.frame doesn't help.Best to OP!
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I suffered from Spinal stenosis for years and finally went under the knife. They fused three lumbar vertabrae and after a 6 month hiatis from golf I'm better than new. I lost a bit of fexibility, but the pain is gone. I hope you have simnialr results.
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I commend the surgeon and the patient for successful back surgery.
I was not so lucky and the surgery I had was unsuccessful and I
have been on narcotics for 10 years. I would think long and hard
before opting for the knife. You talk to folks who have gone that
route and the majority say they should'nt have done it. I would always
wish good luck for surgery but try all other means first.----
I have no issues getting in or out of my vette (once in there are enough
seat adjustments that one can find a level of comfort) it's just a matter
of technique. We love our Vettes don't we?????
I was not so lucky and the surgery I had was unsuccessful and I
have been on narcotics for 10 years. I would think long and hard
before opting for the knife. You talk to folks who have gone that
route and the majority say they should'nt have done it. I would always
wish good luck for surgery but try all other means first.----
I have no issues getting in or out of my vette (once in there are enough
seat adjustments that one can find a level of comfort) it's just a matter
of technique. We love our Vettes don't we?????
Do think long and hard before they cut on you! believe me, I know!!!!!!!!!!!!!!