My Journey to Recovery: Spinal Cord Surgery

TLDRI underwent spinal cord surgery to fix the shifting of my spinal cord caused by a previous injury. The surgery went well, and I am now on the path to recovery.

Key insights

😷I had spinal cord surgery to fix the shift of my spinal cord.

πŸ₯The surgery went well, and I am now on the path to recovery.

πŸ’ͺI have been dealing with the aftermath of a previous injury for a while.

❓The surgery involved inserting nonmetal plates to stabilize my spinal cord.

πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈI am currently using a walker and wheelchair for mobility post-surgery.

Q&A

What was the reason for undergoing spinal cord surgery?

β€”The surgery aimed to fix the shifting of my spinal cord caused by a previous injury.

How long did the surgery take?

β€”The surgery took approximately 2.5 hours, followed by an additional 2 hours for stitching.

What is the recovery process like after spinal cord surgery?

β€”The recovery process involves using a walker and wheelchair for mobility, taking prescribed medications, and undergoing therapy.

What was the surgical procedure?

β€”The procedure involved inserting nonmetal plates into my lower back to stabilize my spinal cord.

How are you feeling post-surgery?

β€”I am in the early stages of recovery and experiencing some difficulty in breathing, but overall, I am positive about the progress.

Timestamped Summary

00:06I underwent spinal cord surgery to fix the shifting of my spinal cord.

00:18I have been dealing with the aftermath of a previous injury.

01:42I had to have surgery to insert nonmetal plates into my back.

03:51The surgery lasted for approximately 2.5 hours.

04:13I am currently using a walker and wheelchair for mobility.