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Originally Posted by Sandy Kay
Hi everyone:
My scs implant is 5 days away and I am excited but getting very nervous. I have been living with severe abdominal pain since 2006. I am 55 and so tired of living a limited life where pain levels dictate y every thought and action. I pray that the scs will help me help but am afraid of another thing that doesn't work in. What can I expect during the first few weeks? How limited will my movements be? Will I need help around the house? My sons are out of the house, it's just me, my husband and two labs. Thanks for all your good thoughts and support.
Sandy Kay |
Sandy,
I underwent a SCS trial and implant in March 2011, and a revision SCS surgery in June 2011.
I can't express enough to you how crucial it is to give yourself the six weeks of no bending, lifting, twisting. A great deal of patients request either back braces, for me it was a cervical collar as mine was cervical. The first six weeks are so crucial while the leads are getting scared in. No lifting more than five pounds, no lifting your hands above your head. No twisting AT ALL, no bending AT ALL. You must squat to reach anything on the floor. If you are able have an occupational therapist at the hospital you are having the procedure walk you through the correct way to do things. It was so helpful for me, as you don't realize how often you use the muscles they need you to relax.
If you have any specific questions please feel free to ask. I wish you the best of luck in your upcoming procedure.
