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Question: Hi,
My question is only for orthopedic and neurologist surgeons.
I had an accident 9 days ago, I have l1 compression fracture with mild retopulsed fragment, I had no numbness nor problem with nerves.
I'm currently staying at hospital and a surgery is planned for me on Monday.
The surgeon came to see me few days back and asked me to wear a strap and practice walking with the physiotherapist saying that my condition could be treated without surgery or with it.
I started walking wearing the strap and using a walker, I had pain but the doctor said all patients have this so keep walking!
Anyhow, few hours later i had pain and numbness in my legs especially the left one.
Before coming to this hospital I was in another hospital and they made me wear the strap and took CT Scans and said afterwards that the compression became worse and the operation is the only valid choice.
Now, why did this surgeon in your honest opinion ask me to wear a strap and practise walking with the physiotherapist despite the CT Scans that clearly said the compression became worse after wearing the strap?
This resulted in damaging my nerve as I have numbness in my legs which I hadn't before!
Honestly, do you think this guy is trustworthy to perform surgery on me next Monday and did what he asked to do by walking make my matter worse?
My question is only for orthopedic and neurologist surgeons.
I had an accident 9 days ago, I have l1 compression fracture with mild retopulsed fragment, I had no numbness nor problem with nerves.
I'm currently staying at hospital and a surgery is planned for me on Monday.
The surgeon came to see me few days back and asked me to wear a strap and practice walking with the physiotherapist saying that my condition could be treated without surgery or with it.
I started walking wearing the strap and using a walker, I had pain but the doctor said all patients have this so keep walking!
Anyhow, few hours later i had pain and numbness in my legs especially the left one.
Before coming to this hospital I was in another hospital and they made me wear the strap and took CT Scans and said afterwards that the compression became worse and the operation is the only valid choice.
Now, why did this surgeon in your honest opinion ask me to wear a strap and practise walking with the physiotherapist despite the CT Scans that clearly said the compression became worse after wearing the strap?
This resulted in damaging my nerve as I have numbness in my legs which I hadn't before!
Honestly, do you think this guy is trustworthy to perform surgery on me next Monday and did what he asked to do by walking make my matter worse?
Can you please send tell me the condition of my nerves?
Thanks.
Thanks.
Brief Answer:
Light fracture of vertebral bones explained below
Detailed Answer:
Hello
I understand you are asking to get helped by neurologist or orthopedic specialist, but so far none of them is available.
Here is Dr.Albana assisting.
I was reviewing your case and ct-scan reports you attached in previous message (unfortunately I cannot open the one you sent in). Indeed the damages noted can be gradually reversed by physical therapy as it has been already advised to you.
However, the final decision depends on your progress. The more progress you'll have, the less the chance to undergo surgery.
At the beginning you'll feel pain. But determination is the key to success. Be strong and faithful. With God's help you'll get better hopefully.
However you need regular follow ups with your caring neurologist.
Wish fast recovery.
Dr Albana Sejdini
Light fracture of vertebral bones explained below
Detailed Answer:
Hello
I understand you are asking to get helped by neurologist or orthopedic specialist, but so far none of them is available.
Here is Dr.Albana assisting.
I was reviewing your case and ct-scan reports you attached in previous message (unfortunately I cannot open the one you sent in). Indeed the damages noted can be gradually reversed by physical therapy as it has been already advised to you.
However, the final decision depends on your progress. The more progress you'll have, the less the chance to undergo surgery.
At the beginning you'll feel pain. But determination is the key to success. Be strong and faithful. With God's help you'll get better hopefully.
However you need regular follow ups with your caring neurologist.
Wish fast recovery.
Dr Albana Sejdini
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