Spinal Fusions and Pregnancy: Four Guidelines

6 years ago

There don't seem to be a lot of us, women with spinal fusions having babies. I searched for resources and…

Cleft Warrior: Ainsley Persephone’s Story

6 years ago

I looked at the small white flower in my hand with tears streaming down my face. The flower’s petals had…

Planes, Trains, and a Spinal Fusion

9 years ago

Air travel is painful. If it isn't the long lines, the crowds, or endless waiting, it's the smells at 30,000…

Being Smart About the Next Spinal Fusion

9 years ago

I've already told you I have adjacent segment disease. All of us with fusions will likely end up with this…

Wedding!

9 years ago

On May 9, 2015, I married my soul mate and best friend. The weather didn't cooperate at all. There was…

When Pain Gets in the Way of Life

10 years ago

When you have chronic pain, seemingly easy things (like going to a baseball game) can quickly become daunting. My fiancĂ©…

The Best Way to Live with Chronic Pain

10 years ago

Hey you! Want to significantly reduce the negative impact chronic pain has on your life? Want to ease discomfort, while…

Spinal Fusion Support Groups: Because We All Need Someone Sometimes

10 years ago

Going through the daily pains, questions, and problems that arise when living with a spinal fusion, it's good to know…

Being Smart with a Spinal Fusion: The Last Half Marathon of my Life

10 years ago

All things in moderation, right? Say this to an athlete, and you're liable to get punched in the face. But…

Shoe Edition of Running with a Spinal Fusion (and knee/ankle problems)

10 years ago

For the last few years I've been running almost exclusively in Nike Frees. Specifically, these Nike Frees: I'm recovering okay…