Is there a limit to the number of pounds a person can lift if they have had spinal fusion?
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This is a serious question, you should ask your doctor
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Well, what kind of surgery have you experienced for your back?\n\nDepending on what has been done, there is an amazing one-time treatment called Atlasprofilax.\n\nJust, if you had vertebraes fixed together it would be a risk!\n\nOtherwise ask a therapist in California - if possible, it's really worth the journey and the costs of approx. 220 dollars.
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I have degenerative disc disease as well. I have had 5 lumbar fusions as a result. Although each was done to repair a different disc space. I do not regret any of them. The pain that I had before the surgery was almost unbearable. The pain that extended down my leg is now gone & I can stand up straight again. This choice however should be made by your mom hon. At her age there are bound to more risks involved. On one hand I know that you want her quality of life to improve. But you should know that it can take a full year or better to recover from this type of surgery.
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My wife had low lumbar fusion on the L5 S1 disk and it was very painful for her and it has not helped her in any way. She says if she would have known this she would have never had the operation and just lived with the pain.
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OSHA (US Organization) sets the limit at 70 lbs (or 32Kg).  You must be a freakin gorilla if you sling around 260Kg (or 572lbs) at work.
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Yes U can.\n\nDepends on the severity of your scoliosis.\n\nI would suggest you to ask your Bone doctor before joinin any Gym excercise programme
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depends on the curvature.  I think anything under 35 degrees  you are fine.  Might be a little less though.  My father had scoliosis and served 30 plus years.
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NO not if you have injuries in your back, spine etc... you'd need to ensure if you have injuries that any exercises are altered.
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i would do what your doctor told you to do, yes the surgery is bad...but you could become paralyzed from L4 down, you don't want to mess with your back
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I dont think superstrength is all its cracked up to be...  I mean any heavy lifting can be done with a machine...\n\nNow flying or x-ray vision -- Now we're talking!
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No. Theoretically the upper limit of the weight of a flyable being is around 12kg.
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Obviously you can still handle all the upper body weight lifting, especially on a weight machine.  Free weights could be dangerous, at least until you find out whether you need any additional procedures to insure stability.  Try not to get too Arnold and overexert yourself.  Remember, your body needs to focus resources on bone repair.  For cardio, how about a rowing machine?  \n\nSounds like you have the right attitude.  Who knows, you could come away from this setback even stronger than ever.\n\nKeep the calcium intake high while your bone is mending... and stay positive!
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You are fortunate in a way that it was seen now. Most kids get diagnosed at age 11-14.  There are a number of things that can be done.  \nSurgery is a choice when the others are not giving proper results.  The people that I know who have had surgery have had the fusion of multiple vertebrae.  This stops the progression at that location, but it is one that left them on their back for an extended period of time and in a cast for several months.  Long term outcomes depend on the person and the amount of fusion that was done, but you can expect problems above and below the fusion area to develop later in life.  Surgery of this sort will not be an option for your son at this time.\nThe bracing and body jackets have come a long way in the last number of years.  This is one place to look at this point.  The aim is to keep the spine as straight as possible so that it doesn't grow up "bent".\nThere are a number of exercises that can be done to strengthen the back muscles to hold the back straight.\nThe biggest thing is to help keep your son's spine mobile and to encourage him to stand straight.\nIf scoliosis is properly taken care of, you can expect a normal life with less pain and mobility issues than otherwise.\nAll of this information is available from your doctor, physiotherapist or orthotist.
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yeah, i was there last year. They have a chair at the front of line at some rides for as they word it , Restrictions for guests of extreme size (height or weight) are posted at certain rides, but 200 pounds should be no problem..
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I have scoleosis and spina bifida.  My problems are structural, not muscular.  I quit using my back after multiple injuries because I was so afraid that I would reinjure it.  Then the muscles in my back began to weaken.  I went to see a chiropractor, and this helped some.  He referred me to a good physical therapist (which is a rare thing in this day and age) who prescribed an exercise regimen to strengthen my core muscles.  Strengthening those muscles completely eradicates my back pain.\n\nI have walked your path (and still do frequently as I had to quit my exercise regimen for a while and the pain returned), and I literally feel your pain.  Blessings to you and good luck, and I most sincerely mean that.
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Your condition is not so common for someone your age, but it does happen. Surgery wouldn't be the answer especially bone fusion. That's a pretty big deal and usually a last resort, mostly done in patients with instability in their back, or severe disc degeneration. Trust me, you don't want to go there. \n\nThe first step I would take is to go and see a chiropractor regardless of what your MD thinks. You may receive full pain relief without the cost of injections and pain killers. Someone your age will recover quickly if you are in descent health already, i.e not over weight and inactive. \n\nIf you are opposed to that try massage therapy or physical therapy. Most recent research has proven that chiropractic is better for long term pain relief of lower back pain than physical therapy or massage therapy.\n\nThere is a company offering free massage via a table using jade rollers and intense heat. The name of the company is ceragem. The web site is www.ceragem.com  Check for a location in your town. They are not everywhere so if you are in a small town you are out of luck. \n\nIf you must have surgery please visit this web site www.laserspineinstitute.com It is the only type of surgery to consider if you are a candidate for it.\n\nGood luck and ask a friend for a good chiropractor in your area. It could make all the difference in the world\n\nA quick note on spinal decompression:  It is covered by insurance if you find a DO or MD with the unit. Chiropractic offices that have them are overcharging as it should only be 2 to 3 grand for the proceedure. It is effective but also not 100%. Try manipulation first. If thats not successful try decompression but do it at an MD or DO's facility for insurance sake.
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you just answered one of my questions and decided to check out some of the questions you posted, which iam now glad i did. when i was 17 , me and my twin were diognosed with scoliosis( curvature of the spin) we both needed to have the harringtons rods put in to staighten our spines. which were placed on either side of our spine about a foot long apeice. it was a tramatic sergury but i thank god everyday i had it. no more pain, i can do anything no limitations except for now i sit up real staight ...ha ha.., and yes if i hadnt had the surgery i wouldnt be here today. the  curve was starting to push against my heart and liver and if that happened i wouild have died. so i thank god everyday for doctors.