Has anyone had Thoracic disc surgery?
I have a herniated T5-6 disc that is causing lots of radiating pain and has left me unable to work.I have been in chronic pain for close to 2 and 1/2 years. My Dr. is recommending surgery. Because thoracic disc herniations are so rare, he has only done 3 of these surgeries. Needless to say I am trying to find a Dr.with more experience. I have thoroughly researched this, but would love to hear from anyone who has had THORACIC disc surgery and what their experience has been. From everything I have learned it is very different from cervical or lumbar disc. I have been to other doctors and tried every other treatment, including epidurals, that has been recommended and nothing has helped. I would like to speak with someone who has actually had the surgery though, before I decide to do it.Thanks!
I did have cervical cage put in and I made sure that the surgeon was extemely experienced and board certified. Do not have surgery by a surgeon who has only done 3 of these. If possible contact University of Texas Medical Center Houston Texas for a referral – they not only are experienced but they are a large spinal research facility. Good luck
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