I had my surgery done on july 5th 2012 i spent 5 days in mercy hospital all the nurses were just great everybody. It is now the 11th of july i am still taking my pain meds not as many as before.The Operation went well i dont have the pain i had in my legs.Still got a little pain from my back because of the operation.I am able to walk some but not over do it.I go back to the doctor on the 19th,for follow up the epaduro was ok but the itch was unreal so i wanted to give you all a follow up so far so good i was told i will get stronger everyday thanks Rick

very nice to hear some of your pain is gone!!! thanks for keeping us posted

Thanks Rick for the good news! I wish everyone would give us a follow up post from their surgery! Keep updating us as you go would you? And don't forget us in the months to come. We'd like to know how your progress is even several months down the road. Would you do that? We'd appreciate that. God bless! Hugs, Lee

Well here it is 7-18-2012 13 days after surgery im really doing ok still taking pain meds but that is to be expected.Not to much pain im walking a lot more now still hard to sleep at night but i hope that will get better.My right leg is still a little bit numb so i go to the doctor thursday and i will let him know about that,my wife has really been a lot of help i even cooked dinner the other night.with a little help from my grandaughter.well ill keep you all posted but so far so good buy all Rick

Great news Rick. Sounds like you're doing really well! I hope it continues. The fact that you're doing some walking is great, as that will certainly strengthen you, and help your back as well. Walking is the best therapy!

Be sure and continue to keep us updated, ok? Thanks Rick. Take care. Hugs, Lee

Don't push the envelope. Follow instructions to the letter. Walking is the closest thing to the magic bullet we all want. Keep moving. Increase gradually. This is a marathon, not a sprint. Pace yourself. Don't freak out or beat yourself up when you have a bad day for no appearant reason. They happen and all you can do is go with the flow. Unless you are watching your weight (most of us are) order in your favortie pizza and watch your favorite movie. Order the pizza anyhow. Best wishes for continued improvement.

.Good luck...

went to the doctor today the 19th everything looks good and he told me to walk walk walk vascular surgeon said the same thing so so far so good Rick

So glad all is going well. This is the greatest forum!

Couldn't have said it better myself , great advice!