Category Archives: spinal fusion

Can You Paddle a Kayak After Spinal Fusion Surgery?

Posted on May 29, 2011 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. Spinal fusion is an extreme surgical intervention performed on patients who suffer from certain chronic, serious back conditions, including severe pain, which have not responded to conservative treatment. One of … Continue reading →

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Kayak Fishing Trip Report From Kayak Fisherman Who Had Spinal Fusion Surgery

Posted on July 31, 2009 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. Norm, a fisherman from Rhode Island wanted to to go kayak fishing, but in view of his serious back problems he knew that doing it with a sit-in or sit-on-top … Continue reading →

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