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in reply to: Pain in the opposite leg after a laminectomy #29442
I decided to gradually start running. Just small steps for now. Run 2 minutes and walk 2 minutes and gradually build over time.
I need to get my core stomaxh and back muscles strong to support the back.
Small steps and if there is any problems I’ll stop.
in reply to: Pain in the opposite leg after a laminectomy #29405Thanks for yeur quick response. I was courteous that’s all. At this point i won’t worry much about this. Overall I’m doing well and not in any retail pain.
I just started back running a week ago. Just run n walk for the moment really slow. Half a mile at most 2 times a week. I walked 11 months so you would think i allowed more than enough time for healing.
Is there anything to be concerned about regarding running damaging something and putting me in pain at this point or not really?
in reply to: Pain in the opposite leg after a laminectomy #29403You mentioned an An EMG won’t tell you if the sensory radicular nerves are damaged, what test will?
Also, it has been 11 months now since my surgery. You mention it takes up to 6 months to resolve for numbness.
I was not sure what you meant when you said Longer periods can still allow resolution but the percentages diminish.
in reply to: Pain in the opposite leg after a laminectomy #29223I told my physical therapist of EMG and he said:
Glad to hear everything is well with you.
The general rule of thumb is that it will take up to 18 months for any numbness/tingling to resolve itself.
If the EMG was negative then there is a good chance the sensations will resolve because the nerves aren’t permanently damaged.
Thanks for the update, it’s good to hear from you
in reply to: Pain in the opposite leg after a laminectomy #29214For EMG test
Dr did a lot of shocking and poking for test. She said overall nerves seems fine and give it time. She said Worst case it will remain the same but its not the end of the world.
Testing was From knee down to foot, Both legs. Gave me samples of gabapentin to try for 2 weeks then return for follow up
in reply to: Pain in the opposite leg after a laminectomy #29202Im doing EMG I’ll keep you updated
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