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Spinal fusion issues
My mother,P.Nagamani underwent spinal fusion surgery for spinal stenosis (L4-L5) on 25/08/2026 ,she has been prescribed Gabapentin nerve medication, zacy mr ,pantop 40 post surgery medications but since 3 days she has been feeling loss of balance sensation on standing (unable to stand even a minute without support), posterior leg trembling from calf to feet and loss of sensation on big toes and tingling in feet .Any exercises or medications to help her in this condition? Please kindly help.
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Medicine for temporary relieve, need to start physio with proper guidance and assessment
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Consult physiotherapist, not depends on medicine
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Take dry needling and more guided exercise therapy
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Should do proper assessment and diagnosis with Experienced Sports therapist, we are here to do Faster And stronger results with spine correction
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Hi please take an online consultation for best diagnosis and treatment.
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I need to know the present condition.
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Keep patience and follow the physio doctor advice
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Pain around the incision is common after spinal fusion, especially in the first few days, but severe or debilitating pain should not be ignored. The surgical team should know about her current pain level and assess whether her recovery is progressing normally.
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Please contact the operating surgeon/hospital today and report the severity of her pain. For now, follow the surgeon’s post-operative instructions rather than starting new exercises. You can also consult me online for guidance on safe early-stage movement once her surgical team confirms it is appropriate.
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Keep movements gentle and avoid bending, twisting, lifting or forceful stretching. Short, assisted walks as permitted by the surgeon are usually preferable to prolonged bed rest. Seek urgent medical attention for new leg weakness/numbness, loss of bladder/bowel control, fever, wound discharge, or rapidly worsening pain.
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Post surgery after few days physiotherapy is must to gaining strength of muscle .you should start physiotherapy to bring balance in body probably for 30 to 60 days .
Our muscles are very important to prevent and protect joints and disc .
To strengthen physiotherapy guidance is must
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consult physiotherapist
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discipline ,exercise and follow physiotherapist instruction.
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Exercises definitely will help, but for proper treatment you have to consult because I need more information.
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consult with me
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There are options available to treat it.
Consult back in private chat for proper treatment options without any side effects
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The new loss of balance, inability to stand, trembling and reduced sensation/tingling in the feet 3 days after spinal fusion are not symptoms to manage with exercises at home. Although medications such as gabapentin can affect balance, new neurological symptoms after surgery need prompt assessment.
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Please contact the operating surgeon/neurosurgeon urgently today; if symptoms are worsening or she cannot stand/walk safely, seek emergency evaluation. Do not start exercises or change medications without medical clearance.
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Once her surgeon clears her, physiotherapy will be an important part of recovery. A supervised program can help with safe walking, balance training, lower-limb strength, mobility and gradual return to daily activities. Treatment should be progressed according to her neurological status and surgical precautions rather than starting exercises independently.
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Exercises can definitely help for long term but not without an initial checkup since she is on medicines already. Please book a session and consult.
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Dr. Neha Singh (PT)
Physiotherapist
3 yrs exp
Prayagraj
Because these symptoms are new and significant after L4âL5 spinal fusion, I would not recommend starting exercises or adding medication without first getting her reviewed by her spine surgeon/neurosurgeon.
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Dr. Afsa Rafiq (PT)
Physiotherapist
5 yrs exp
Srinagar
Consult online for better treatment and diagnosis
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Dr. Shefali Gandotra (PT)
Physiotherapist
20 yrs exp
Jammu
It’s too early to discuss about the balance.issues. For more details, please contact online.
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Dr. Sanya Gupta (PT)
Physiotherapist
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Physical evaluation is required before prescribing any exercise protocol . Please consult
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