Wednesday, July 25, 2012

3 months post op

Good morning :) its 1:14am. I am sitting here awake and just noticed and thought its been 3 months since I had surgery. Overall things have been going well. Over the last few days I have had a head ache but its been a lot less severe than before I had the stimulator placed. I  increased the stim settings a few days ago to overpower the pain that started with the stupid clouds and rain. Its working well but some discomfort is still present. Also with the stimulation up higher it makes the back area of my head very sensitive and some what aggravating. I do know it could be a lot worse with out the device and I am so thankful that I was able to have it placed.    I have also been getting a lot of cramping in my mid back area, but from what I have been told that is normal. My lower back seems to be doing really well and their is very little pain or swelling around the battery area. All 3 of the incisions have healed very well and the small one on the back of my head is very hard to find unless I point it out. I have been using alot less pain medication which is a good thing. Another problem I have had is trouble sleeping. It doesn't help because as most of you know I work nights at work so its harder to stay on a reg sleep schedule. Also right now with the stimulator settings up higher its hard to find a decent position to rest. The last time I spoke with my Medtronic rep I was told I wouldn't have to see any one until the 6 month date (which is really good in my eyes :) )  To end this I hope every one is doing well and a big thank you for every one checking on me and being so supportive :) it really means alot!!