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Old 08-22-2013, 08:02 PM
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Dr. Spurrier did my surgery three weeks ago yesterday. It was non-invasive for bone spurs in my spine which were pressing on the nerve. It was a 45 minute surgery. I spent 4-5 days in bed although I was up and walking within an hour or two. I still have some pain, but am getting better every day. Even thinking of going out to chip and putt on Sunday. Of course I need to call his office today to see if that would be ok. Good luck to you. I don't think Dr. Spurrier will do surgery on you unless he really feels he can help you.
When I had non-evasive surgery with him...was released to go home BUT NOT to ride in cars or carts once there. I was not to bend, twist or lift anything heavier than a soda can---and rest and do what the home-health-care folks told me. I saw him after two weeks of rest when he said I could get on with "LIFE" and do anything I felt up to. You are wise though to check with him first!! You are correct, he won't do surgery unless it's the last resort. I have a friend whom he gave exercise instructions instead and they're doing fine now!!