CyberBass Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Just recently bought a Fender jmj mustang (amazing bass), the new orange bass terror and a pair of the new orange 112 cabs. The orange rig I haven’t even rehearsed with or gigged with and I’m so gutted. Why? 3 weeks ago I was rushed into hospital with suspected heart attack, however upon arrival and after several scans and blood tests it turned out to be sepsis from a large abscess on my spine that had perforated. 6 hours under the knife and nearly died on the table, however I survived and I should be thankful, but I have lost use of my left hand. I’m hoping that in time the use will come back, but no guarantees. i can’t say how sad this makes me after over 40 years of playing. My mind is all over the place. im unsure whether to hang onto my kit and pray that one day I can play, or to list my kit in for sale section to secure me financially while I cannot work and start again if I ever regain use of hand. any advice and support deeply appreciated. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykesbass Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 So sorry to hear this. If you love the bass keep it. Amp and cabs can always be replaced, but new bass may well not feel the same. Keep it to help with your focus on recovery, and all the very best with that! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Wow....major shock to the system I suspect... As you say, with time, use of your hand may return. I'd be hoping that trying to use your left hand to play bass would help in the recovery. As @Mykesbass suggests, if you need the cash, sell the cabs but hang on to the bass. I have a pair of Vox Amphones which would be ideal if you decide to move the cabs on. Most of all, positive mind set will help in your recovery. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldslapper Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 To echo @Mykesbass so sorry to hear this. Also sounds like good advice regarding keeping the bass to help with focus, and “future” thinking. Best wishes. John 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyberBass Posted April 16, 2019 Author Share Posted April 16, 2019 Just now, TheGreek said: Wow....major shock to the system I suspect... As you say, with time, use of your hand may return. I'd be hoping that trying to use your left hand to play bass would help in the recovery. As @Mykesbass suggests, if you need the cash, sell the cabs but hang on to the bass. I have a pair of Vox Amphones which would be ideal if you decide to move the cabs on. Most of all, positive mind set will help in your recovery. Thank, sounds a good idea. I have feeling in my hand, but the nerves in it are not connecting or triggering to move my fingers etc. I do really hope in time it comes back. i feel so down about the situation. Music has always carried me through good and bad times, so for it to be taken away from me is so so painful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikNik Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Bloody hell, mate. Do NOT give up on ever using that hand again. Nerves have a way of reconnecting, don't they? As long as not been severed? I got floored on 2nd January with a MASSIVE pulmonary embolism that nearly killed me. I've made a complete recovery but I never, ever take anything for granted now. Keep the faith, CyberBass. Let your body heal, mate. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown_User Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 (edited) Ooof! Glad you're still here to post about it at least. The advice from @Mykesbass seems pretty solid. Maybe if you take it really slowly and have lots of patience with it playing the bass may have some positive rehabilitative effect? The alternative (and I hope you take this in good humour - feel free to tell me to f*** off if not) is that you get a left handed bass, have your left hand replaced with a hook and learn to play with that. Plus you could still earn a few quid playing Captain Hook at children's parties. On a more serious note, best of luck for the convalescence, keep posting and check in on the Bad Jokes thread for a chuckle every so often. Edited April 16, 2019 by Unknown_User Spelling error 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikNik Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 What, can I ask, did the Consultant say about the loss of use in the arm? Is this not just a complication from the surgery that will mitigate with time and physio? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skankdelvar Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 So sorry to hear this. Only you will know what's the right thing for you - but were I unfortunate enough to be in this position I'd prioritise my security and health over the bass gear. The most important thing is getting well again and you won't get well if you've no (or less) money to eat or to cover your transport costs to attend the remedial therapy you'll undergo. There's a wealth of bass gear out there and always will be. Take your time, take it easy and look after yourself 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyberBass Posted April 16, 2019 Author Share Posted April 16, 2019 3 minutes ago, NikNik said: What, can I ask, did the Consultant say about the loss of use in the arm? Is this not just a complication from the surgery that will mitigate with time and physio? The surgeon said that abscess was large and the compression could have caused damage to the nerves affecting the left hand side. As a result of the surgery there is scarring and still infection within surrounding spine. He said there is hope that my hand may recover, but no guarantee it will or to what extent it will recover. I’m working hard each day physio wise and I get a lot of pain from what I can only guess at nerves trying to engage with fingers. It’s like pins and needles on fire. i am hopeful but at the same time fearful. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusoe Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 That sounds terrible @CyberBass I hope all comes right for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 What a rotten situation CyberBass but so glad to hear that you survived. Hope you make a full recovery and get back to playing in the not too distant. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldslapper Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 1 hour ago, skankdelvar said: -I'd prioritise my security and health over the bass gear. Mods! Mods! There’s been a breach! 😲 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Wow, that was truly heartwrenching to read. However, it's worth remembering that while basslines that you used to play may currently be out of reach you may be able to play with a single finger? I would say not to give up. Motivation and determination are the key to any success 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naxos10 Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Keep the gear for the meantime CyberBass you can always move it on later. I hope everything goes well as you recover further. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 Sorry to hear this Ade. Besh wishes mate and hopefully things will recover with time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorks5stringer Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 All the best and keep on visiting Basschat👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madshadows Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Terrible thing to happen, hope you recover and are back to 100% ASAP, all the best John 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartelby Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 (edited) What an awful thing to happen. If I were in this situation I'd move the rig on but keep the bass. With the bass visible it would be an incentive for rehabilitation. Yes, it would be hard at the beginning to see it and not be able to play. But without one there you may lose interest. I have friends who have had severe injuries and have been told by doctors/surgeons that they'd loses some ability or other. Yet they've not given up hope and, in time, proved the experts wrong. Best of luck to you! Edited April 17, 2019 by bartelby 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 Sorry to hear that. If it helps in any way, I've no feeling in my little finger and that bottom side of my fretting hand due to a rugby accident and as such my third finger is bent inwards towards the thumb crossing the middle finger. It's amazing though how the body can adapt by taking small steps, and although I'm no fretboard wizard (I never was anyway) I can hold a tune with what I can use, which is usually just my first and middle finger. Hope it all works out well for you in the end. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikNik Posted April 17, 2019 Share Posted April 17, 2019 On 16/04/2019 at 16:07, CyberBass said: The surgeon said that abscess was large and the compression could have caused damage to the nerves affecting the left hand side. As a result of the surgery there is scarring and still infection within surrounding spine. He said there is hope that my hand may recover, but no guarantee it will or to what extent it will recover. I’m working hard each day physio wise and I get a lot of pain from what I can only guess at nerves trying to engage with fingers. It’s like pins and needles on fire. i am hopeful but at the same time fearful. Take your time, mate. If you can feel and move your fingers, you're halfway there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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