A little help for my son

[carmantx]

I don't mean to hog this thread. But I do want to ask for some prayers for my son Tyler. He is the one we are building the car for.

Tyler is 16, and junior in high school. About to turn 17. Football is the only sport he enjoys, other than soon to be drag racing. His lower back has been hurting while doing weight training. He is a lineman, so he has been lifting heavy stuff. His back has been hurting so bad, I took him to the doc with me on one of my visits.

Well...after x-rays which led to mri's, he has a degenerative spinal disease and we go to the Neurologist on Monday to discuss surgery for him. Football career is over, no senior year for him, and he has been halted from all activity. They said his spine has moved already, which is causing the pain, and it may be so weak, he could have paralysis if he was jolted wrong.

God bless each of you that read this "help from above" section regularly and offer the prayers for all of those in need. I intend to not need this column anymore for our own health reasons (because we will be ok) and start reading it more to offer prayers for all others.

[DaWildcat]

Mark, thoughts & prayers going to you & yours.

Make sure you get a 2nd & 3rd opinion...Doctors are just mechanics.

Devon

[Coachk5978]

Thoughts and Prayers from the Kriegers in Fairport, NY

[sharkmonkey]

More prayers from me too. You can never ask for too much prayer.
-mark

[Joe65SkylarkGS]

At least he has his young age to help him along.

I will pray for him and you Mark.

[rex362]

our prayers are with you and your family ....

[SS-TRUCK]

My prayers are with you and your whole family . Please get a second opinion , I did with my back problem . Am glad I did as it helped me get the best care possible . Try better than I did to do as the doctor says . Good Luck and may God be with you .

[69GS400s]

Mark, thoughts & prayers going to you & yours.

Make sure you get a 2nd & 3rd opinion...Doctors are just mechanics.

Devon

Wishing you're son well ...

... Devon's words are very true. My wife was an O.R. nurse specializing in neurology (back and brain surgury) for 9 years. I wont get into details but I STRONGLY suggest you not only get multiple opinions about the diagnosis but also the course of action to take. Like Devon said, they are just mechanics and we all know there are good and ......

[kick71]

Wishing you're son well ...

... Devon's words are very true. My wife was an O.R. nurse specializing in neurology (back and brain surgury) for 9 years. I wont get into details but I STRONGLY suggest you not only get multiple opinions about the diagnosis but also the course of action to take. Like Devon said, they are just mechanics and we all know there are good and ......

My prayers go out to you and your son as well.

I have to x2 this advice. I work in th OR everyday as I have for the last 15 years with vascular surgeons and YES you need second opinions and all options laid out especially since he is so young.

Mike

[chryco63]

Prayers for your son, Mark. God bless you and your family.

[ol skewl 67]

prayers for your son and family. God Bless

[pooods]

A prayer from here in TN. God bless.

[Floydsbuick]

Prayers from me too. Thank God they caught something before another football game!

[carmantx]

I want to thank everybody for your prayers and concern. Here is an update on Tyler.
He has had a nerve conduction study and they found "minimal permanent damage" and most of the damage is reversable over time.
He has had x-rays, CT's and test to determine if his spine is still moving, and if it is, he is still at high risk for more damage.
We go back to the Neurologist on June 2nd to find out the condition of his lower spine, and what can be done to fix it. And if surgery is required.

Doc told him no more contact sports, and Tyler asked "what about drag racing" and Doc said no problem with that he didn't think. Wait until test are complete.

[gsxnut]

Hope all goes well with the test. I will pray for a quick and healthy recovery.

Mark

[71GSX455-4SPD]

I'm praying the diagnosis is incorrect and the prognosis is much better than what you've been told.

[72lark350]

From one junior to another, i will pray for him

[BTail]

Yow, that was a close one. Thank God you knew when to get him to a doctor.

Godspeed,

Nick

[JohnKaz]

Prayers from Kingsville, MD.

[Stg'd 2Discover]

Prayers from me on his continued recovery.

Tom

[Race Lutz]

Prayers from Waco, North Carolina.

Please keep us posted and up to date.

Best wishes and Very Good Luck to Tyler.

[britt'sStage 1]

My prayer added to your son and your family for strength,in the Name of Jesus. Jay B.Britt,Jr.

[GSXMEN]

Mark,

I'll be praying for both you and your son.

There is nothing too big for the Lord!! I'm thankful that we have such a good group here that is willing to lift up each and every request to Him.

Prayer changes things!!:cool:

[carmantx]

Such a great blessing to receive all of the prayers from all of you.

Tyler finishes his therapy tomorrow, trying to strengthen the muscles that hold his spine in place. No surgery for now, but his spine has issues and shows signs of deteriation even at 17 years old. It will probably hurt him all of his life, and may need surgery later.

For now, he is doing fine. Still helping me finish the 72, and he went down the drag strip this past Saturday for the first time in my truck. Two time passes and a first round loss, but he is having a great time.

Thanks again everyone.

[Buick Kid]

I'm praying for you guys!