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TY for ping, MHG.
I had lumber L3 to L5 fusion which means extra long screws in my back where there is also bone spurs and spinal stenosis and whatever, whatever.
Had it done because of such severe stabbing pain in my left leg (which I still have). Awoke from surgery with a paralyzed left leg ... which felt pretty damn good given the pain it had caused. The leg eventually recovered enough for me to use it but I’m still banging on the nerve root to the leg. I hobble along on most days, but there are days that I can walk normally. Some days a walker is necessary.
Got a spinal cord stimulator last year. It’s ok. Does nothing for the leg pain, of course, but when I lie flat and put the thing on 100% it helps with the back pain. Still on painkillers which I thought I would be able to let go of once I got the stimulator. Still have times when I’m completely down for a week to ten days with my back “going out.” I’m all too familiar with the crawling on all fours bit.
There are so many people who’ve had such great success with back surgery. My surgeon went in from my hip, so there’s different things to consider when figuring out what is best for you. Go with your instinct.
Only warning I will give anyone is what my dear Dad told me after his years battling the same issues: “Once they start operating, they’ll never be through.”
I should add that the back surgery was to be done in 3 parts, and the latter 2 of which the doctor wouldn’t do because of the paralyzed leg issue.
Here’s praying and wishing for you the best outcome, But3.