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Does laser back surgery help with a fused spine?
There is no guarantee that laser surgery will help. It depends very much on your particular situation, the fused vertebrae, and your physical condition and age. A discussion with the physician can help shed more light on the subject.
Do you have to wear a brace after scoliosis surgery?
After scoliosis surgery, it depends where they fused/placed the rods/screws...I had scoliosis surgery and I can crack the TOP half of my spine, but, the screws are at the bottom of my back and I am unable to crack it there. :)
Can you crack back after scoliosis surgery?
It depends on how much of your spine is fused, but in general it's a bad idea because it puts more unwanted stress on the part of your spine that is not fused, and worse case scenario, if you do it to much you might have to get even more of your spine fused.
Can your curve get worse even after your spine is fused?
Yes, we continue to curve even after surgery. Exercise plays an important role for everyone, especially those who have had spinal surgery.
Is there a surgery that can be done to remove a 6th lumbar vertebrae that is fused?
Yes, surgery can be performed to remove a fused sixth lumbar vertebra, though it is relatively rare. This procedure, often referred to as a laminectomy or decompression surgery, would be considered if the fused vertebra is causing significant pain or neurological issues. However, the risks and benefits must be carefully evaluated by a spine specialist, as removing a vertebra can affect spinal stability. It's crucial to have a comprehensive assessment to determine the best course of action.
How long and how much is average workers compensation settlement for an L5-S1 lumbar fusion surgery in Illinois?
The average workman's compensation for back fusion surgery in Illinois varies with the severity and number of vertebrae fused. If several vertebrae are fused, the amount could reach as much as $400 thousand.
What is the treatment for craniosynostosis?
Surgery is the common treatment for craniosynostosis. The traditional surgeries involve the exposure of the skull, physical breakage of the fused suture region, and the restoration of the scalp.
How can you melt fused silica?
Fused silica has 2 meanings: previously fused silica and presently fused silica. Previously fused silica is fused by heating it to its melting point. This can be done in crucible in a furnace. Presently fused silica is already hot and fused. Note: melted silica is probably a conductor, at least melted glass is a conductor.
What is the difference between quartz and fused silica?
Fused silica is an engineering-quality, amorphous version of quartz. Source: http://www.makeitfrom.com/material-data/?for=Fused-Silica-Fused-Quartz
What happens if you bend after a scoliosis surgery?
As long as your movement isn't restricted anymore (after surgery, you'll have various post-operation restrictions that your surgeon gives you), nothing. Your spine will be solid bone where it was fused, so if you try to bend it, it's just like trying to bend your thigh in half - impossible. The muscles required to bend your spine are still there, though, so if you try to bend your vertebrae the muscles will strain to perform the impossible, and it sort of feels like trying to lift an insane amount of weight - impossible. As long as you're not fused all the way to your tailbone, this shouldn't affect you too much. You can still bend over at the hips or kneel down to pick things up off the floor. You'll have great posture all the time. Most people don't have any problems living with fused spines; I was a varsity captain in tennis and had a fused spine all four seasons (fused T3-L3).
How long is recovery for ruptured disk surgery?
"It varies from person to person and how severe the injury was to begin with and exactly what type of surgery is performed. If a person is in what the doctors consider good health, the average healing time from surgery is four to six weeks per disc."
Are Bat digits fused?
Bat digits aren't fused. The ulnar and radius is fused but the digits are separate, the digits in the forelimb are linked by a membrane called chiropatagium. In case you were referring to the metacarpals and phalanges they're not fused.
