SURGERY IS ALL SET TO GO ON THURSDAY

[Big Al]

Well I've had all my pre op done and am going into the Hospital tomorrow for a total shoulder replacement. The Surgeon explained the procedure and showed how the metal apparatus in my arm will be cut down and the new upper part attached. This means my whole left humerus bone will now be steel. Not quite sure what will happen with the Clavicle and other bones as they have to open me up too see and will act accordingly.

Fingers crossed on this one. After healing up for a few months I should have less pain than I do now, but even with my now limited use of my left arm, there will be even more limited range of motion after surgery. I explained to the Doc, that, NO! I will have enough range to play again and there is no amount of pain that will stop me. I have lost so much soft tissue due to the cancer and have less than half of my bicep and some tendons and stuff had to be shortened to reattach to the steel bone.

I asked if she wanted to bet against me? No takers. So following the surgery and post op I will be entering the Nazi Torture Chamber known as Sports Physical Therapy and work as had as I can to regain use of the arm.

I'll be gone for awhile but will try to drop in when I can.

 

[Groover]

Best wishes for you Big Al and give em hell :yah

 

[shred]

Hang in there Big Al. I hope the surgery goes smoothly and you get great results. It's really awesome to hear your determination to play again :dude:

Hopefully that vision becomes a reality down the road. Keep fighting, we're all pulling for you :yah

 

[ourmaninthenorth]

Hey Big 'Un....some sort of spooky providence shit going on here...look what just turned up, literally an hour ago...

When you've escaped Stalag 15, drop me a pm line and we can get these original pressings to you for a bit of ear massage...under no circumstances let 'em fook about with your lug holes Al.....

Take care Pal...all that's good.

See you soon.

Paul.


:salude:biggrin:

 

[2002standardmat]

Best wishes for a positive result and a speedy recovery Al.

Paul, that is a sterling effort on your behalf.:yah

There must be something cosmic about those original albums. I remember buying the same Led Zeppelin II on a cold November Saturday. Later that evening I lost my virginity in a field full of cows to my mate's girlfriend. Aaaah the recklessness of youth, damn my ass was cold!

 

[marshall1987]

Praying for you brother. Hang in there and keep your chin up.

 

[akstrat61]

Good luck and I'll pray for a speedy recovery!:jim

 

[Steve Craw]

Al, it was great to see you at The HOG over the Summer, it's been way too long my friend. You will be in our prayers, and I'm only a 20 minute car ride from you, so if you need something, don't hesitate. Give 'em hell !

 

[ourmaninthenorth]

Best wishes for a positive result and a speedy recovery Al.

Paul, that is a sterling effort on your behalf.:yah

There must be something cosmic about those original albums. I remember buying the same Led Zeppelin II on a cold November Saturday. Later that evening I lost my virginity in a field full of cows. Aaaah the recklessness of youth, damn my ass was cold!

You did what now?


:ha:ha:ha

 

[Rev.WillieVK]

Best wishes, prayers, and happy-healing vibes for a speedy full recovery Big Al! :dude:

 

[Bob Womack]

Hoping the best for you bud, and praying.

Bob

Meanwhile, have a nice Norlin.

 

[Arch D. Bunker]

Godspeed Al. :dude:

(Forgive me if this is stupid or outta line - but would permanently fixing your arm, like they did in prehistoric times, not increase your chances in preserving your guitar playing abilities? I don't think I recall Les Paul ever complaining about having received that kind of surgery)

 

[renderit]

Best wishes dude ! :dude:We will keep the seat warm for you. I will say a few extra for you as well. You will be :bigaling in no time !

 

[J T]

Good luck, man.

Wishing you the best for a speedy recovery.

 

[MikeSlub]

Prayers and good Karma flowing your way, Al!

 

[guitplayer]

Thoughts and good things. :jim

 

[samsdad]

Al
Hoping you have a good Surgery
Everything will be fine don't worry
Been Through it my self time is the healer
Good luck Chin Up and to a fast recovery
Your an awesome person so that said
the Guys here will help you through
you down times

 

[brandtkronholm]

Wishing you a speedy recovery!
Zeppelin rules!

 

[CDaughtry]

Hang in there my friend. Sending a bunch of prayers up for you.

 

[Fried okra]

Prayers up Big Al.