Back off the road again :0(

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Tommy RE
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Back off the road again :0(

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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 :headbang: . No periods of sitting longer than 30 mins for 2 weeks. No driving for up to six weeks (SIX WEEKS!! :shock: ). No riding motorcycles for 3 - 5 months :shock: :shock: :headbang: :headbang: 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.

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Good news, hope you progress well and back on the bike soon.
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Ditto!
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Take it easy Neil, look after yourself..... Popsie Phoenix will wait for you ;)

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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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Tommy, think of it this way.



temporary discomfort, boredom through inactivity Image restored abilities for year to come

Get well soon
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I was positive that the op would be good for you.

The time will pass faster than you think.

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No prolonged standing, that rules out the washing up then. Boring I know but do as the doctors say.
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Stick with it do what the doctors tell you come December you will reap the benefits good luck.
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pkr87 wrote:No prolonged standing, that rules out the washing up then.
That's no excuse. People sitting in wheelchairs manage to do the washing up. ;)
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