I think that is the reason many decide not to pursue ADR. If something happens to me, there is no way in hell I can afford to go back to see Dr Zeegers. With me, I just decided that I was going to do my absolute best at finding who I felt gave me the best possible chance for success, live a conservative life style (no mountain biking or weight lifting for me) and leave the rest to God. I understand why some don't do it for fear of complications down the road, as for me - I was already spending 22 hours a day in bed so it was easier for me to act. Supposedly ActivL is very close to being approved by FDA. You might want to talk to PittPete about that - I know he is following that closely. That may bode well for the future
It's a good thing you lost that weight - you would have had no chance for ADR prior to
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Bad fall on A$$, Feb 2001 ice hockey
Lami L4/L5 April 2001, L5/S1 Aug 2001
Severe dislocated coccyx (same fall)
Un-diagnosed til 09. (Cannot sit)
Low back pain mild until 2011 - pull started a generator from knees.
rhizotomy Nov 2011 - zilch
Facet joint inj. 18 mo. (no impact)
Can only stand/walk for approx. 30 min
21 hrs/day in bed
L3-5 Activ-Ls (April 2014) Dr Zeegers - walk every day, swim 3 x week. Pain free, no pain meds. Extremely pleased with my decision
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