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[robert ayres]

Hi
Iam the husband of a C4/C5. My wife fell down stairs an shattered a disk between C4/C5 this parelyzed her for a period of about a month. During this time she underwent surgery to remove the disk and have a bone graft and metal plate fitted and wore a halo. She was in hospital for nearly 3 months and with intense physio she learnt to walk and use her hands again. The accident was 5 years ago and now she is getting problems with back and neck pains and stiffness.She has attended a pain clinic where she had botox and accupuncture but it seems she will have to try exercises to reduce the pains as they both have not succeded.When i read some of the other entries here i realise i am quite lucky that my wife can get around an we haven't had to make major changes to our house.I think this site is very informative and helpful.

robertayres

[Lucydog]

Welcome Robert!

Yes its a great site and you will make lots of friends as you drop by. Theres loads of experience and you will find the answer to most things.

Coventry? Im an original Coventrian!!! I still love/hate the city even though I left for Uni years ago!! Cant get it out of my system Im afraid!!!
Take it easy
Lucydog