Re: ] Neck Surgery Question

[Guest guest]

June- You have a special place on the prayer list as you get ready for your

surgery. Big ( careful ) hugs.

> Hi Rick, I have surgery coming up on my cervical spine C1 and C2. I was

> terrified until I phoned our own dear Pat who has had many surgeries on her

> spine and I recall her telling me that any spine surgery should be performed

by

> a neuro-surgeon not an ortho. I do know that after speaking to her. because of

> her extensive knowledge and her patient explanations, I no longer have any

fear

> or feeling of apprehension. I can't speak for Pat but when she reads your

post,

> if time permits, she will email you with some information that will answer

your

> questions.

>

> Love you, Pat. For those of you who have not had the pleasure of knowing her,

> she is one of the bravest ladies I know, who in spite of all the many pain and

> setbacks she has endured over the years, has never lost her great sense of

> humour. Hopefully, when time permits she will tell her story here.

>

> Hugs

> June

>

>

[Guest guest]

June,

How right you are about Pat. For those who don¹t know, Pat was one of the

original moderators of this group when it was first formed. She is a nurse

and is one of the most knowledgeable and compassionate persons that I know.

I wish she was able to be active with us again, but it is to difficult since

she still works full time in spite of her limitations. I know she still

reads when she can. Pat has a beautiful spirit and I¹m very blessed to

have her for a friend.

June I wish you the best on your upcoming surgery. I¹m glad you got to talk

to Pat and feel better about your surgery. I hope this surgery gives you

some relief.

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> Hi Rick, I have surgery coming up on my cervical spine C1 and C2. I was

> terrified until I phoned our own dear Pat who has had many surgeries on her

> spine and I recall her telling me that any spine surgery should be performed

> by a neuro-surgeon not an ortho. I do know that after speaking to her. because

> of her extensive knowledge and her patient explanations, I no longer have any

> fear or feeling of apprehension. I can't speak for Pat but when she reads your

> post, if time permits, she will email you with some information that will

> answer your questions.

>

> Love you, Pat. For those of you who have not had the pleasure of knowing her,

> she is one of the bravest ladies I know, who in spite of all the many pain and

> setbacks she has endured over the years, has never lost her great sense of

> humour. Hopefully, when time permits she will tell her story here.

>

> Hugs

> June

>

>

[Guest guest]

June,

I enjoyed talking to you and I am glad you feel better. I remember when I had my

first baby everyone told me about their terrible labor and delivery, I started

to think it was a mistake to have a baby. When I needed my first spinal surgery,

people had me terrified. Of course, we know there are risks but we have to

remember that in most cases the results are wonderful, our pain is decreased and

we can get back to living life.

Your kind words are appreciated. I have always admired your courage and positive

attitude. When I was in rehab after my stroke and having a tough day, I thought

about people like you, Elaine and a and managed to push through the hard

days. I knew that you had all experienced difficulties and managed to keep you

sense of humor and your spirit. I just could not let you guys beat me, I had to

make it through and keep laughing.

This list and the people on the list are important to me, I am so glad that

people like you are still here to encourage people who have just been diagnosed.

When I was first diagnosed (35 years ago), I wish I had known someone like you.

It would have given me so much hope. I'm just thankful that I had the

opportunity to get to know you when I did.

Pat

[ ] ] Neck Surgery Question

Hi Rick, I have surgery coming up on my cervical spine C1 and C2. I was

terrified until I phoned our own dear Pat who has had many surgeries on her

spine and I recall her telling me that any spine surgery should be performed by

a neuro-surgeon not an ortho. I do know that after speaking to her. because of

her extensive knowledge and her patient explanations, I no longer have any fear

or feeling of apprehension. I can't speak for Pat but when she reads your post,

if time permits, she will email you with some information that will answer your

questions.

Love you, Pat. For those of you who have not had the pleasure of knowing her,

she is one of the bravest ladies I know, who in spite of all the many pain and

setbacks she has endured over the years, has never lost her great sense of

humour. Hopefully, when time permits she will tell her story here.

Hugs

June