Back off the road again :0(
- Tommy RE
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Back off the road again :0(
Underwent the operation on my spine last Tuesday (yes, they did actually find one). Pon awakening can only say that the results were truly remarkable. I was able to waggle the toes of my left foot, something that i have been unable to do for nearly 2 years, a lot of the unresponsive muscles in my left leg started firing up on command and various associated pains in my back and shoulders disappeared.
I can only say that the neuro surgeon at the QE did a fantastic job. However, I still have the lack of sensation in the left foot and calf as before but to a slightly lesser degree. The neuro surgeon says that it may or may not return over time. still got a load of staples running up my back like a zipper that will be removed later this week and am only in mild discomfort and stiffness from the operation which will pass once the healing process gets underway.
Now for the bad bit ...... Not allowed to lift anything, no gardening housework prolonged periods of standing for 4 weeks, that rules out model engineering in the man cave . No periods of sitting longer than 30 mins for 2 weeks. No driving for up to six weeks (SIX WEEKS!! ). No riding motorcycles for 3 - 5 months I'm bored stiff already. So this seasons riding is kicked into touch just when we have the best weather for years roll:
However, I am up on my own two feet, alive and kicking so that's a bonus. See you out and about next year folks.
Tommy RE
I can only say that the neuro surgeon at the QE did a fantastic job. However, I still have the lack of sensation in the left foot and calf as before but to a slightly lesser degree. The neuro surgeon says that it may or may not return over time. still got a load of staples running up my back like a zipper that will be removed later this week and am only in mild discomfort and stiffness from the operation which will pass once the healing process gets underway.
Now for the bad bit ...... Not allowed to lift anything, no gardening housework prolonged periods of standing for 4 weeks, that rules out model engineering in the man cave . No periods of sitting longer than 30 mins for 2 weeks. No driving for up to six weeks (SIX WEEKS!! ). No riding motorcycles for 3 - 5 months I'm bored stiff already. So this seasons riding is kicked into touch just when we have the best weather for years roll:
However, I am up on my own two feet, alive and kicking so that's a bonus. See you out and about next year folks.
Tommy RE
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Re: Back off the road again :0(
Good news, hope you progress well and back on the bike soon.
Regards
Merlin
Regards
Merlin
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Re: Back off the road again :0(
Take it easy Neil, look after yourself..... Popsie Phoenix will wait for you
Good Luck
Peter
Good Luck
Peter
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Re: Back off the road again :0(
Glad to hear you're well, sad to hear you're bored. You can have a ride for Christmas! Cheers, Andy
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Re: Back off the road again :0(
Tommy, think of it this way.
temporary discomfort, boredom through inactivity restored abilities for year to come
Get well soon
temporary discomfort, boredom through inactivity restored abilities for year to come
Get well soon
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Re: Back off the road again :0(
I was positive that the op would be good for you.
The time will pass faster than you think.
Best wishes
Johnny B
The time will pass faster than you think.
Best wishes
Johnny B
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Re: Back off the road again :0(
No prolonged standing, that rules out the washing up then. Boring I know but do as the doctors say.
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Re: Back off the road again :0(
Stick with it do what the doctors tell you come December you will reap the benefits good luck.
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Re: Back off the road again :0(
That's no excuse. People sitting in wheelchairs manage to do the washing up.pkr87 wrote:No prolonged standing, that rules out the washing up then.