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Hi Folks,
So after a lot of debate, denial, pondering, etc., I am finally scheduled for AVR on September 2nd. My surgeon has recommended a mechanical valve given that I'm "only" 37 and I have to say that as much as this decision pains me (can't get over the rigor and risk associated with being on Coumadin for life!!), I feel that this is the way it has to be.
Anyway, as I prepare to undergo surgery I have come across various mentions about how various mind-body techniques have clinically proven to have a positive outcome as far as surgery goes. I'm currently trying to get a copy of Peggy Huddleston's book through the library (even if I get to read it just once!) and I'm also listening to the Audibook "Preparing for Surgery" by Martin Rossman. Rossman's book is actually quite decent, and whether it actually leads to a better outcome or not, I think it certainly has helped me to be more relaxed about what I'm about to undergo.
Which brings me to my question: what are your opinions on these mind-body techniques? Anyone here that used these? What do you think of their effectiveness? Do you think this is all just mumbo-jumbo/quackery or something that most people can truly benefit from, even if it is in some small measure to be more confident?
Would love to hear from you all on this!
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- 37 year old, BAVD diagnosed 4 years ago, moderate-severe AR and slight LV dilation. Scheduled for AVR 09/02 at Brigham & Womens, Boston with Dr. Aranki with St. Jude valve.
So after a lot of debate, denial, pondering, etc., I am finally scheduled for AVR on September 2nd. My surgeon has recommended a mechanical valve given that I'm "only" 37 and I have to say that as much as this decision pains me (can't get over the rigor and risk associated with being on Coumadin for life!!), I feel that this is the way it has to be.
Anyway, as I prepare to undergo surgery I have come across various mentions about how various mind-body techniques have clinically proven to have a positive outcome as far as surgery goes. I'm currently trying to get a copy of Peggy Huddleston's book through the library (even if I get to read it just once!) and I'm also listening to the Audibook "Preparing for Surgery" by Martin Rossman. Rossman's book is actually quite decent, and whether it actually leads to a better outcome or not, I think it certainly has helped me to be more relaxed about what I'm about to undergo.
Which brings me to my question: what are your opinions on these mind-body techniques? Anyone here that used these? What do you think of their effectiveness? Do you think this is all just mumbo-jumbo/quackery or something that most people can truly benefit from, even if it is in some small measure to be more confident?
Would love to hear from you all on this!
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- 37 year old, BAVD diagnosed 4 years ago, moderate-severe AR and slight LV dilation. Scheduled for AVR 09/02 at Brigham & Womens, Boston with Dr. Aranki with St. Jude valve.
