3 Level Lumbar DDD
I am 45 years old. Chronic lower back pain for 30 years. People will say I am the most fit 45 year old guy they know and would have no idea I am in such extreme pain. I surf, mtn bike, yoga, crossfit, kiteboard, box etc. All in extreme pain. My pain causes depression, anti social behavior and impacts my relationship with friends and family. Docs have recommended either 3 level fusion or ADR (Bertagnoli) or a Hybrid solution and I honestly have no idea how to proceed. Desperately need to hear more success stories to help decide best path. Love To hear your experience or even guidance on how to best navigate these forums. Much appreciated.
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45 year old male
3 Level Lumbar DDD (L3/4/5/S1)
chronic severe lower back pain for 30 years
Evaluating 3 level ADR vs Fusion vs Hybrid
VERY athletic health&fitness pro
Bertagnoli, Clavel, Bierstedt, Texas Back?
Prodisc, M6, Activ-L, hybrid?
Regular PT, chiro, Accupuncture, yoga, meditation, facet injections over the years.
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