Guest guest Posted December 31, 2001 Report Share Posted December 31, 2001 Hi ... I have the same problem from time to time. I'm fairly certain it's a problem with a nerve root in the spine. You should definitely make an appointment to see your scoliosis specialist. These problems sometimes go from being temporary to being permanent if they're not addressed. Good luck. Regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2002 Report Share Posted January 1, 2002 Dear , I have had lots of numbness, in my left leg in particular, which seems to be related to the loose screw pressing on the nerve. The ortho said, as you have probably already guessed, that the only answer is surgical. However, I have not gotten to the point of falling - just this stupid numbness that goes away after i wiggle around a bit. I'm afraid this isn't much help, but at least you know there's somebody else out there who has a similar problem. from Italy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2002 Report Share Posted January 1, 2002 In a message dated 1/1/02 5:25:05 PM Central Standard Time, modimomusic@... writes: > I've been seeing a neurosurgeon for similar problems. I have never seen anyone other than my PCP and my ortho. Thanks for the info, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2002 Report Share Posted January 1, 2002 Hi ... My understanding is that removal of a pedicle screw, especially a loose one, usually isn't a very big surgery. If it's pressing against a nerve, it might be a good idea to have it removed. As you've probably been told, it's possible that the nerve damage could eventually be permanent. Regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2002 Report Share Posted January 1, 2002 Hi I've been seeing a neurosurgeon for similar problems. I asked him when I should follow up and he said once I have problems walking or start falling or tripping when walking. He said the lumbar nerve roots are quite resilient, but as R. said, if left untreated for too long, the symptoms might become irreversable. Sanette -- _______________________________________________ Sign-up for your own FREE Personalized E-mail at Mail.com http://www.mail.com/?sr=signup 1 cent a minute calls anywhere in the U.S.! http://www.getpennytalk.com/cgi-bin/adforward.cgi?p_key=RG9853KJ & url=http://www.\ getpennytalk.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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