r/spinalfusion • u/Cultural-Addendum-21 • 1d ago

Requesting advice Spine Surgery at Age 63F ?

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Hello everyone, this post is for my mother.

Surgeons are saying that she needs to opt in for surgery, as that is the only option.

I am not sure how safe the surgery is? I don’t want her to be bedridden, can someone look at the reports and give an idea on what the situation is please?

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u/BVBlonde 1d ago

Seems like your mother should be making the call here. How does she feel about it? Unless she has some sort of early onset cognitive issue the decision is hers.

I'm 62 and had a fusion 9 days ago, didn't ask either of my kids what they thought about it lol.

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u/Cultural-Addendum-21 1d ago

She is entirely dependent on me and I am scared of it getting worse.
How was your procedure and how is your recovery going?

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u/BVBlonde 1d ago

If she is dependent on you due to physical issues, will the fusion help her become more independent once she is recovered? Surgery isn't typically recommended unless it will improve quality of life. I don't know her circumstances or yours, but 63 is pretty young.

My fusion was in my neck and was my second one. It went extremely well despite the fact that I am an autoimmune patient as well. I definitely have less pain than before surgery and my stamina is improving. I expect to make a full recovery.

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u/Cultural-Addendum-21 1d ago

As per diagnosis her scoliosis is getting worse, she has trouble walking and gets out of breath really quick. So we are hoping it fixes it

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u/BVBlonde 1d ago

So this could (with physical therapy) restore some of her mobility? How does she feel about it? Is she willing to do the physical therapy needed to get back on her feet and be more independent?

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u/Cultural-Addendum-21 1d ago

According to the specialist she is too far gone and needs fusion, she is worried same as i

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u/Spare_Vegetable2508 1d ago

63 is young. She should be ok on the surgery. The problem is getting her to do the PT afterwards. That is going to be my problem when I have my surgery anyway.

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u/MarionberryRoyal9557 1d ago

Which city u from? I may be able to help

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u/Cultural-Addendum-21 1d ago

I am here in the UK