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Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: i thought it was in my left pocket
Posts: 4,117
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Grand Magnate
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: i thought it was in my left pocket
Posts: 4,117
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Oh Becky.......
Gee Whiz. I've always wondered WHY don't they just do the paddles in the first place b/c too many times it ends up being this way it seems.
Part of me can't help but think the surgeons certainly don't mind
doing the extra surgeries. $$$$ <--- know whatamean??
Like Pam said, I don't think they would have to change out the battery. At least you would be certain to get good 'secure' coverage once they do the laminectomy to hold them paddles in place. Don't lose hope tho. I'm sure you WILL end up with the perfect coverage where it should be.
I don't think I know of hardly ANYbody who hasn't had to deal with lead migration when they just get percutaneous leads (including moi) They just don't seem to hold up very well.
The good thing is that you 'know' you can get at least approx. 70% relief b/c you had it in the beginning. Maybe now you will even get a higher percentage!
How wonderful that you are making plans for a trip to see your lovely grandkids. Hopefully your Dr will give you extra meds to have on hand so that you dont' have to suffer while you are on the road, etc.
And yes, you DO have that tuff soldier in you, so hold your head high and march right on thru this!
Rae
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