Struggling with Chronic Pain and Identity Loss

Hello, I just downloaded this app today and I’m not totally sure how it works. I had spondololysthesis and a herniated disc which caused me to have a lumbar fusion surgery in sept of 2020. I thought I was making progress until a recent MRI showed the surgery failed and caused several other issues. I am in a 10/10 pain every day.. I’m lost. I used to be a personal trainer and fitness instructor so my identity is gone. Doctors turn me away as I am a liability… there’s not much hope for me

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Brenda_22

2y ago

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Ltgebhardt

2y ago

Life after a fusion is very difficult. I did it 10 years ago. It completely changed my life and it definitely didn’t help anything. I know for me I felt so angry and like I was losing myself more and more everyday. The best advice I can give you is to get a doctor who is willing to work with you. It took me 4 doctors until I found one that really helped. I know it’s difficult. What I did was made a ton of appointments at different doctors and moved forward from there! Let me know if you need anything or have any questions! Sending you all the pain free and healing vibes!

CanIborrowaSpoon34

2y ago

For some reason I try to open the page and it is not working I really like to read it

CanIborrowaSpoon34

2y ago

Thank you so much!!!

heartofgold

2y ago

I came across this, maybe this is helpful. Sorry you’ve been through so much - keep your hopes up! https://www.menda.health/post/i-m-a-spine-surgeon-after-recovering-from-chronic-pain-i-had-to-change-my-practice

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