05-17-2009, 02:31 AM
In responce if any one out their has had this surgery Yes I have! I had it in June of 2007. I want to say "Good Luck" I hope all goes well! The surgery was my second and more difficult than my first. I was in the hospital for four days. After surgery I went home to recover. For me it was'nt so easy. I could not bend for three months, and walking was difficult. My Dr. said" Walking was the best form of therapy. So I had to grind my teeth and deal with it! Thank God for true friends. You will need and good support system and help. I hope you are blessed with family and friends. Pain on the other hand was dealt with meds! Nerve Pain is still present and my back is still a issue. I tried all conservative treatment before opting for surgery. I suffered with the pain and could not walk or bare it, surgery was my last option. We are all different so hang in there and keep the faith!