Brian, don't you think you'd also start to think about your adjacent level l3-l4 getting torn back eventually by fusing l4-s1 as a Mickey Mouse procedure than foresaking your mobility?
The younger you are, the more risk a fusion poses which is why I still voice my stubborn concern for Lauren getting bamboo spine of the neck at 36. Not to be mean, it's a tough spot, but I want to challenge the idea. There have been last minute fusion cancellations and switch to ADR.
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Weightlifter since 12 years old, now mid-40's and figuring out this wasn't such a good idea.
Chronic back pain started in 2010 while shrugging weights that a 40 yr. old shouldn't even try.
MRI in 2012 showing L4/L5, L5/S1 herniations and L2/L3 bulge.
L5/S1 taking on new shape, chronic sciatica, etc.
DEXA bone scan performed 5/7/14 showing mild osteopenia.
Surgery performed July 9th, 2014, Dr Clavel, hybrid three level lumbar.
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