Yeah, Frank, for me I wouldn't say its about nerve damage at this point. I have full bladder & bowel as well as sexual function. My legs are strong. I just have pain and stiffness. Sometimes cold feet.
There's pro and con with each approach. Just trying to weigh them and see. I can't predict the future but wish I could.
Philly, there is a polymer disc like the M6 that doesn't have keels. The lp-esp. I'm researching it. Not too many doctors use it and I don't know why, but it looks like it would address the issues about spinal stability better than even the M6.
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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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