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Do my rods have to be taken out?

Chris Urban M.D.
No. The spinal instrumentation that is used to correct the curve is not routinely removed. In rare circumstances, the rods may cause irritation and can be taken out electively once the fusion is solid.
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Scoliosis FAQ
In my practice it is rare that rods need to be removed. The most common cause of rod removal is failure of fusion or disassociation of the rods from the spine. This is uncommon in young patients.
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Where can I get the rods from?

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The Old Rod you can get from the fisherman walking around in Dewford Town. The Good Rod is available east of Mauville City. The Super Rod is obtainable from Mossdeep City.
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What will I do with the old operating rods that are taken out of hydrants?

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Answer: Please contact AFC to make arrangements for the return of old rods to AFC or its distributors.
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Can I take my own rods?

Nash Resorts
You can take your own rods and, indeed, any other items of your own that you prefer to use but be assured that the Nash Tackle we provide at the lake has been specially selected to adequately do the job.
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Can it be re-taken?

The Sleep Advisor Frequently Asked Questions
The Sleep Advisor's assessment can be repeated as often as necessary to monitor one's progress and receive updated recommendations. The Sleep Advisor's assessment can be repeated as often as necessary to monitor one's progress and receive updated recommendations.
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Which connecting rods are better and why?

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The longer 4.0 rod reduces the rod to cylinder wall angle theoretically resulting in slower cylinder wall wear. The longer rod increases piston dwell time at top dead center (TDC) providing free compression, maximum power from less ignition timing advance, and a reduced risk of detonation. The longer piston dwell time at bottom dead center (BDC) also allows more time for cylinder filling at the end of the intake stroke.
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What if I don't have rods or reels?

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The Vagabond loans, free of charge, rod and reel setups. Please let us know upon check-in that you would like some put on the boat for you.
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What are the metal rods hanging from the automated rain gauge?

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They are used to help measure precipitation by preventing wind from blowing snow and rain around the gauge.
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Question - What types of rods do I need to jig fish?

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Answer - It depends on whether you're fishing from the bank, or from a boat. If I'm bank fishing or wading, I'm usually using one of my 10' - 12' rods. When in my boat, I carry two 5'2" rods and two 9' rods. The shorter rods are used for bridge fishing and dock shooting and the longer rods are used for vertical fishing condos and brushpiles. All rods are light to med light action and are graphite.
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What is your warranty on your curtain rods?

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What Is Covered: Fortin is proud to extend a limited warranty covering workmanship on all Fortin drapery hardware products for a period of one year from purchase date. What Is Not Covered: This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or any damage or loss caused by accidents, alterations, misuse, abuse or extraordinary use, exposure to moisture, improper installation, cleaning or other maintenance.
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Does it matter what screws or rods my surgeon uses?

Chris Urban M.D.
It depends on the particular situation. In most cases there are a variety of spinal implants available that provide excellent biomechanical fixation. Multiple manufacturers produce quality screws, rods, and cage devices, which have similar strength qualities and are suitable. When choosing between implants which have equivalent fixation properties, a surgeon may select the one that can be inserted with the least amount of trauma to the soft tissues.
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Will there be any problem if I use shorter 258 rods?

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No. There are many budget stroker engines running these rods and still living happily with high mileages. The difference in rod length:stroke ratio between 4.0 and 258 rods is small (1.57 v 1.51). If you use the 258 rods, you don't need to buy expensive custom forged pistons.
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What is the distance between the rods?

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There are 2 rows of rods in concentric circles. The distance between rods in the inner row is 5/8". The distance between rods in the outside row is 1 5/8".
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What About Coated Rods?

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If shooting and cleaning are frequent, a coated rod should be a part of your cleaning supplies. It offers an excellent margin of safety to protect the bore, throat and muzzle from damage. Kleen-Bore offers a coated rod using a steel rod as its sub-base for strength and stability. Our Saf-T-Coating is a unique process because it is heat bonded to the metal. When used properly and kept centered to the bore, it will last for many cleanings.
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What are dowsing rods?

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Dowsing rods are also referred to as divination rods. These simple L-shaped rods have been used for thousands of years, dating back to the Romans. They were used for finding water, oil, buried treasure, precious metals, coal, burial grounds or whatever was needed. This practice went on well into the Middle Ages until 1659, when Jesuit Gaspar Schott declared divination rods to be Satanic and ordered a halt to their use.
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Sturgis Wheel
Yes, all of our wheels are made to fit the V-Rod. To keep our costs low we produce the 18” x 3.5” front vs. the stock 19” x 3.5”. The rear wheel is the stock 18” x 5.5”. These wheels are made to be compatible with your stock rotors and pulley. Our R & D department is working on completing the rotor and pulley matching components. Check back for further updates.
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WHAT ARE THE LIFT RODS MADE OF?

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The lift rod connected to the well head handle is 1/2" Stainless Steel rod. The lift rod in the pump cylinder and for the remainder of the 8' sections from the pump to the well head is 3/8" Stainless steel rod.
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How should VisiVite be taken?

Frequently Asked Questions about VisiVite Vitamins
All VisiVite Formulas are taken as one capsule twice daily. It is important to continue to take VisiVite continuously. The AREDS study required a follow-up of 6 years to demonstrate clinical efficacy.
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How is Suboxone taken?

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Sublingual tablets are absorbed through veins under the tongue. Before taking Suboxone, it is a good idea to drink a little water to moisten the mouth, which helps the tablets dissolve easier, and faster. If the doctor prescribes two tablets, put one on the left side under the tongue, and put the other on the right side under the tongue. If more than two are prescribed, Reckitt Benckiser, the makers of Suboxone, recommends waiting until after the first two dissolve to take the rest.
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Do you or have you ever taken steroids?

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Absolutely not. My physique is the result of many years of hard work and dedication to my training and diet--not drugs. Back to index Obviously the Earth is flat. That picture was taken in March, which is spring time in Orlando. I simply bruised my arm while doing some yard work. I assure you, I don't use any drugs. Back to index When I bruised my arm it never even occurred to me that I would one day be accused of using steroids.
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How are opioids taken?

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Opioids are generally well-absorbed via intramuscular and subcutaneous administration, as well as at muscosal sites. Oral consumption is often accompanied by extensive first-pass metabolism making it less efficient than the aforementioned methods of delivery. Intravenous injection will provide the user with the highest bioavailablility (most of the drug will be used, if not 100%), and the most pleasurable rush.
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How is Flagyl taken?

Flagyl Frequently Asked Questions
Flagyl is taken orally in tablet form. It is important to maintain a constant level of Flagyl in the blood. Therefore, it must be taken at regular intervals without missing any doses. Take Flagyl with 8 ounces of water (one glass). Flagyl can be taken by itself, or with meals. If dry mouth occurs, chewing gum, sucking on hard candy or ice chips may help.
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How much blood is taken?

Commit for Life - Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
A unit (about one pint) of blood is drawn. This procedure takes about five to 10 minutes. The average person has between 10 and 12 pints of blood in their body. It takes about one month to replace the blood that is donated.
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Do I have to get my stitches taken out?

Chris Urban M.D.
This depends on what type of suture was used to close the incision. Non-absorbable sutures or staples are typically removed 7-14 days after surgery. Absorbable sutures are placed beneath the skin and do not require removal.
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How is Cipro taken?

Ciprofloxacin Frequently Asked Questions
Cipro is taken orally in tablet form. It is important to maintain a constant level of Cipro in the blood. Therefore, it must be taken at regular intervals without missing any doses. Take Cipro with 8 ounces of water (one glass). It should never be taken at the same time as antacids, iron, or zinc supplements (including mutlivitamins with these minerals) but only 6 hours before or 2 hours after.
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Why are these surveys being taken?

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To provide valuable economic data on business owners' race, ethnicity, and gender. These surveys are part of the economic census program, which the Census Bureau is required to conduct every 5 years by law (Title 13 of the United States Code).
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Can the rods break?

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One of the myths about modern scoliosis surgeries is that the rods break. While this may be theoretically possible given some significant manufacturing defect in the rod's construction, the rods are incredibly strong and do not break unless the underlying spinal fusion was not solid. If the vertebrae are not successfully fused together, the hooks and screws that connect the rods to the spine may fall out or fall off because they lack a solid foundation.
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How much do the rods weigh?

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Each rod generally weighs between one and two pounds. The length of the rod will depend on your curve and other factors.
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