Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 08:12:32 PM
So, the "serious" part of this is just that I need serious advice and/or knowledge. The surgery itself isn't life threatening. Go ahead and exhale now.
I'm looking at shoulder surgery #4. I'm only 35. This one would be a Proximal Biceps Tenotomy. And I COULD technically do without this one. But, quality of life, as explained to me today, would/could greatly increase with this procedure.
I won't go into any more medical history before I find out if anyone here has subject expert knowledge from education or even personal experience. But with 3 prior surgeries on this shoulder, the file is, uh, long. And distinguished ;)
Post by: wetwillie on February 27, 2019, 08:14:58 PM
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Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 08:31:36 PM
Ever thought about stem cell injections?I have not. I have heard about them, but not done any research with regard to my specific problems. Gonna remedy that now, thanks.
Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 08:33:15 PM
I don't know much about this but I will definitely recommend to go balls out on the rehab because I have been a complete lazy pos about 2 rehabs and lost significant range of motion on both and really regret it.Yeah, it's no joke! Luckily my 3rd surgery gave me a huge boost to my range of motion and I've stayed on it ever since.
Post by: michigancat on February 27, 2019, 08:34:24 PM
Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 08:39:12 PM
I'd look for a good physical therapist or some other alternative treatment and try to avoid surgery. Unless you're pretty sure they have figured it out for surgery number 4Yeah, I appreciate that thought. I've been doing every type of PT available since my last post-surgical rehab a few years ago.
Talked to a Specialist this morning, and she spoke with me at length, then all of a sudden squeezed my shoulder at the exact pain point. She seemed VERY confident that this would give me more relief than any other option.
I'm just looking for free second opinions, haha.
Post by: pissclams on February 27, 2019, 08:40:54 PM
Post by: DaBigTrain on February 27, 2019, 08:43:44 PM
Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 08:44:28 PM
in before your aunt suggests cbd oilHa!!! I've actually already tried that route.
Pros and cons, biggest con being I work for the Federal Gov so even a trace of THC or anything and I'm toast. Not worth it.
Post by: ben ji on February 27, 2019, 09:20:23 PM
Post by: michigancat on February 27, 2019, 09:29:08 PM
I'd look for a good physical therapist or some other alternative treatment and try to avoid surgery. Unless you're pretty sure they have figured it out for surgery number 4Yeah, I appreciate that thought. I've been doing every type of PT available since my last post-surgical rehab a few years ago.
Talked to a Specialist this morning, and she spoke with me at length, then all of a sudden squeezed my shoulder at the exact pain point. She seemed VERY confident that this would give me more relief than any other option.
I'm just looking for free second opinions, haha.
Every type? :dubious:
Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 09:35:50 PM
I mean, I've done typical PT, strength/range of motion, trigger point needling, acupuncture, some "scraping" thing with these specialized plastic blades, e-stim, and steroid injections...I'd look for a good physical therapist or some other alternative treatment and try to avoid surgery. Unless you're pretty sure they have figured it out for surgery number 4Yeah, I appreciate that thought. I've been doing every type of PT available since my last post-surgical rehab a few years ago.
Talked to a Specialist this morning, and she spoke with me at length, then all of a sudden squeezed my shoulder at the exact pain point. She seemed VERY confident that this would give me more relief than any other option.
I'm just looking for free second opinions, haha.
Every type? :dubious:
Not sure about how many other options are out there, but I'm open to possibilities of which I'm unaware.
Post by: puniraptor on February 27, 2019, 10:30:42 PM
Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 10:37:08 PM
have you considered having your head transplanted onto a healthier donor body?I have! But I'd honestly miss certain, um, parts of myself.
Like my tattoos and mustache, and whatnot ;)
Post by: MakeItRain on February 27, 2019, 11:37:32 PM
have you considered having your head transplanted onto a healthier donor body?I have! But I'd honestly miss certain, um, parts of myself.
Like my tattoos and mustache, and whatnot ;)
You have a mustache somewhere other than on your head :horrorsurprise:
Post by: Spracne on February 27, 2019, 11:39:39 PM
Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 11:46:22 PM
Oh crap, that's a good point lmao.have you considered having your head transplanted onto a healthier donor body?I have! But I'd honestly miss certain, um, parts of myself.
Like my tattoos and mustache, and whatnot ;)
You have a mustache somewhere other than on your head :horrorsurprise:
Post by: cDubya on February 27, 2019, 11:46:37 PM
I'm actually not aware of any physicians posting on this blog, let alone orthopedists. But there are a ton of lawyers, and rest assured we are watching for improper "medical" adviceI appreciate it, Spracs!
Post by: puniraptor on February 28, 2019, 12:27:12 AM
I'm actually not aware of any physicians posting on this blog, let alone orthopedists. But there are a ton of lawyers, and rest assured we are watching for improper "medical" adviceI appreciate it, Spracs!
we had bloodfart's wife.
@Bloodfart
Post by: cDubya on February 28, 2019, 01:21:47 AM
Is she a surgeon? I'm missing your point here, I believe.I'm actually not aware of any physicians posting on this blog, let alone orthopedists. But there are a ton of lawyers, and rest assured we are watching for improper "medical" adviceI appreciate it, Spracs!
we had bloodfart's wife.
@Bloodfart
Post by: steve dave on February 28, 2019, 06:38:25 AM
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Post by: cDubya on February 28, 2019, 08:21:37 AM
She was an MD of some kindPaging @bloodfart ...
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Post by: Bloodfart on March 07, 2019, 08:44:15 AM