I hurt myself badly and had severe cord compression at L5. Also drop foot. My surgery went well. I am still in hospital and in good spirits. I have both feeling and strenghth in my foot but cannot wriggle my toes yet. Rehab starts today I think. Anyone with any advice on this situation? What can I do?

Thank u

Oh, I am so sorry.... That sounds painful! Just do what they tell you and go to rehab and allow time for healing.

We'll be thinking of you too!

Sorry you had to go through all of that, Aussie!

I don't have anything to add to what mrsD said...sometimes you just have to trust the docs and do what they say.

Hope you feel better soon.

Feel better soon!

So sorry to hear about your injury and surgery. Hope all goes well in your rehab and recovery. Afraid I can't give any suggestions.

Best wishes,

Sheltiemom

All I can say is that I hope this helps you in the long term?
Rehab: First impressions from me? BORING!; Second Impressions? MORE BORING!
Food was well, edible? But, I lost 30 lbs in the process, as I didn't like what WAS edible? [no salt, no fats..no nothing?] Had my DH meet me for 'lunch dates' outside on a bench and he'd bring carry-out deli sandwiches or chinese or mexican!
PT was the highlight of the day for me, in the AM and PM for about 1-1/2 hours each? But it wasn't one-on-one most of the time... And the therapists hadn't a CLUE about therapies for those who have severe PN! Don't get me into the details of that nightmare tho! Also, no internet access anywhere!
I don't know how it's set up in AU, but in the rehab I was in? I was able to bring in my own TV! That was MY contact with the outside world other than a cell phone and my DH! You kind of feel as if you are in a 'bubble'? And you can't punch out yet. IF you can keep busy and have folks to talk to you can stay sane tho. BUT? Going home was the sweetest part ever!
You are tough, this is part of what you must do to get back home and more! It's slow? But keep up a good altitude and you'll soon fly over and away to home and more! 's !!!!!!!! - j

Thanks Mrs D.
I have had a catheter in for 2.5 days. Today they removed it and I am leaking. Is this normal do u know per chance? Nurse is not concerned.

I would not be overly concerned with the bladder issues right now. Catheters have a way of messing up your bladder for a while. This should pass.

My advice: Be patient.

sorry to hear about your accident. i hope you heal well and quickly.

Hi Cyclelops
The bladder has already improved I think. I went to the loo and then they scanned my bladder and it was empty thank goodness. Now I am dealing with the drop foot and am terrified to walk for fear of falling. I don't know how long it takes to fix but the surgery did not correct it right away. The doc says it takes time,but walking is very scary right now.