Way To GO-JJgo

[John Cochran]

AAAWWLRIGHT STEVEOOO!
Glad to hear you're doing so well! As far as I know, the AVR SynerGraft team is batting a thousand!

Nicole,
How is your therapy going? My last day of rehab is Friday, and it was a real Godsend. You also have your wire removal surgery coming up soon, right? I hope your boss has seen fit to keep your job open.

I agree with Nicole's advice about rehab. I think a person can recover much faster and much more aggressively in these programs. Unfortunately, not all insurance programs will pay for them

--John

 

[ILoVeNY25]

Hi John,
I've been going to physical therapy 3x a week, I think it's been very good for my upper back pain and improving my posture. I'm very lucky to have my insurance paying for 60 visits and more if suggested by my pcp. I'm not back to work yet, and my boss isn't so understanding but I might leave there and find something less stressful. I'm having my sternal wires removed in the middle of August. I will post a new thread for details. Hope you're doing well and take care.

 

[John Cochran]

Nicole,
Wow--60 visits! The program I'm in is only 18 visits (3 x week) but fortunately that seems to be enough in my case.

I still have upper back pain--JJGo is a professional in massage, so maybe she can tell us if massage therapy might help in addition to the PT and exercises?

Good luck on the whole job situation Nicole; finding something less stressful might just be the ticket.

--John

 

[ILoVeNY25]

Hi John, Just wanted to brag that after every therapy session, I get a deep tissue massage on my upper back. It works wonders and is very relaxing. I suggest going to a massage therapist as well.

 

[joy]

Wow, you are doing great! I am SO happy that you are recovering so well and quickly! It sounds like you have a great support system there in Ohio. Take it easy, and rest. Godspeed, and congratulations on the great recovery! We're all rooting for you!