Birthdate
- My Birthdate
- 07/15/1986
Location
- Where do I live?
- Central Florida
Medical History
- Medical History
November 6th, 2006: MVA, girl pulled out in front of me and I teeboned her at 40+mph. Still in suit at this moment.
2006: T11-T12 lateral disk herniation protruding into the spinal cavity - spinal compression present. 2 bulging disks at T10-T9. Scoliosis.
Medications: Hydrocodone/APAP 7.5MG/750MG Tabs 2 times a day. Naproxen 500MG Tabs 2 times a day.
2007: Neck pains began to get unbearable with the pain, migraines, and vision blurs. I also begin to have a lot of sciotica issues and lower back pain. Stomach becomes a problem with severe to mild cramping, vomiting,and other bathroom issues. Was diagnosed with reverse curvature of the neck (subluxation) from whiplash.
Medications: Hydrocodone/APAP 7.5MG/750MG Tabs 2 times a day. Naproxen 500MG Tabs 2 times a day. Prednisone 20MG Tabs 3 times a day. Tramadol 50MG Tabs every 6 hours as needed. 4 Cortizone shots into thoracic spine. (last only a week)
2008: Neck pain and back pain gets worse. Dismissed by Primary Care Doctor and Chiropractor, says I need to see a Neurosurgeon, there is nothing else that they can do for me.
August 14th, 2008: Sees Neuro. Does tests, says needs new MRIs and positive I have an L4 or L5 disk herniation.
August 20th, 2008: Had MRIs done of the thoracic and lumbar spine.
August 28th, 2008: Neurosurgeon appointment - only T11 disk herniation putting pressure onto spinal cord. Explains leg weakness. NS could not figure out why I am in so much pain, my injury doesn't cause the symptoms. So I was told he doesn't think I need surgery and I just need to exercise. Recommends 12 Week Spine Strengthening Program. Need 2nd Opinion.
October 6th, 2008: Started my first Spine Strengthening Class. I begin going 2 times a week for 12 weeks. Every 3 weeks, I will be seeing the Neurosurgeon to keep up with my progress to make sure the exercise is not making injury worse.
October 15th, 2008: It's been 2 weeks so far with the spine strengthening class and I can already feel a tremendous difference. Although the neck pain is still extremely painful, the back is becoming more tolerable with pain. My range of motion is returning, however my strength is still 80% below my ages level. Taking more medication more then usual because of the pain after the classes. Is it helping, or making things worse???
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