nilorius Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 I wish You all best regards and Your choice is Yours, but there could be some old band anniversaries where You could play just for fun later. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted February 10, 2023 Author Share Posted February 10, 2023 Discharge later today. Will doubtless be asking that section of BC that have experience of DVT/PE a lot of questions! Seems improved today, but there's no getting around it - anticoagulants for life is the new reality for me. The biggest thing to take away is that the goal giving me back a spine I can walk with = 100% successful. Job done. Three months off the bass/bike, minimum. But it's worth it. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msb Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 Happy to hear you’ll be home. And maybe some playing in time … Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 You're not seriously going to get back onto the bike? 😨 Giving up biking is one hell of a wrench (don't ask me how I know) but there comes a time when you know it makes sense. ☹️ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueMoon Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 1 hour ago, Telebass said: But it's worth it. Those are the best words !! Sincere best wishes for a speedy recovery @Telebass! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Starr Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 It sounds encouraging so far, hope to see you at a bass bash soon. Good luck with the recovery. FWIW I had a DVT/PE incident, probably very different as mine was idiopathic (came from nowhere) but once the clots cleared it was a non-incident. I've stayed on riveroxaban as a precaution but the only side effect is that you bleed more when you cut yourself. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonky2 Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 (edited) Telebass, sorry to hear your situation buddy…. I can relate…. I have a condition called Ankylosing spondylitis which has left me with an awful lot of similarities to you in regard to fusion, surgeries and just general spinal nightmare… Im sticks all Time and a wheelchair for anything outside of my limited capabilities to stand, walk or like you say , just be upright. What I’ve come here to say is that for a long time I stopped playing, packed in and accepted it……. But after some time i found a way to make it work. that did seem impossible at one time and believe me sometimes I still have major difficulties , but with a band that values my input, they’re willing to help fetch and carry if it means I just sit and play. with the right bass , playing sitting (even at gigs) , even if I’m curled up over my bass, I can still pull it off and be right in the pocket. morphine 3 times a day helps with that but joking aside , its kinda become my thing to be hunched over my bass looking like I’m in the groove…. Know one needs to know that that just the shape of my spine now ! Hahah my band rehearsals are once a week for 2 hrs, gigs are no more than 1 or 2 every 2 or 3 months…. It’s enough for me…. We enjoy it….. take some time pal, find a way and don’t let it take away the last thing in your life that makes you you. I’ll be thinking of you buddy…… take some time…. edit: just re-read and realise this is an age post with a positive update ! Which is great to read. a note on the DVT, I also have that in my right leg…. and blood thinners for life (apixiban) ….. my legs are absolutley ruined too after a terrible bike crash around 18’years ago i which I shattered both femurs…. seems we have alot in common hahaha Edited February 11, 2023 by Wonky2 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted February 11, 2023 Author Share Posted February 11, 2023 Home now. To clarify, bike means pootling about on old self-build road bikes/rigid mtbs. Nothing remotely hairy! Not even on roads, just cycle paths. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonky2 Posted February 11, 2023 Share Posted February 11, 2023 Rest up buddy and feel well soon 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted February 15, 2023 Author Share Posted February 15, 2023 After a few wearing days, a definite uptick in mobility, very welcome. Not much, but every little helps. Final sutures out tomorrow, then I can have a proper stand-up shower. Luxury! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon the Boat Posted February 15, 2023 Share Posted February 15, 2023 That's a full on invasive procedure you've had, well done for getting though it. I'd propose whisky as a combination anticoagulant and pain killer, but it would not be wise to be self-medicating yet. Best of luck with your recuperation. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted February 15, 2023 Author Share Posted February 15, 2023 4 hours ago, Jon the Boat said: I'd propose whisky as a combination anticoagulant and pain killer Sounds like a plan! But maybe a bit early yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted February 15, 2023 Share Posted February 15, 2023 On 09/02/2023 at 13:01, Telebass said: That would be my hope, although I still doubt I will ever stand and play again. I'll find something. Anthony Jackson plays sitting down, and always has. I know it's not very rock'n'roll, but if it's good enough for him... 6 hours ago, Telebass said: Final sutures out tomorrow, then I can have a proper stand-up shower. Luxury! I bet that shower will feel like absolutely the best thing ever. Fantastic news all round. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted March 5, 2023 Author Share Posted March 5, 2023 Ok, time passes. Still many barriers to overcome, but with the aid of a 4-wheel walker, have managed a 1.5 mile circuit of Tavistock town centre and park. There is still pain, and unexpected instability to deal with, quite apart from needing personal care for some things. Still uncertain as to regaining the superpower of putting on my own shoes and socks! 8 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted March 5, 2023 Share Posted March 5, 2023 19 minutes ago, Telebass said: Ok, time passes. Still many barriers to overcome, but with the aid of a 4-wheel walker, have managed a 1.5 mile circuit of Tavistock town centre and park. There is still pain, and unexpected instability to deal with, quite apart from needing personal care for some things. Still uncertain as to regaining the superpower of putting on my own shoes and socks! Small steps maybe, but steps nonetheless. Keep at it and, whilst maybe not back to where you were pre this thread, you’ll look back at these early days with incredulity at your limitations and the body’s ability to heal and adapt. With regard to bass playing, if it still gives you joy, just do it in whatever manner is comfortable for you. As pointed out above AJ has always sat as far as I can tell and is still an absolute monster. Positive vibes from the Highlands. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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