wow, Cynlite, thank you very much for the detail! It's means a lot since I'm in the early "it's time to accept that I need surgery" phase. I'm still relatively young and it crushes me that I can't pick up either of my young daughters. I'd like to get back to athletics too but at this point I'd be content on being pain-free (or close) in a laid-back lifestyle.
I have decisions to make - I really like Dr. Z but I'm honestly a bit cautious as he made his recommendation on an MRI, X-ray, and 2 minute physical exam. That being said, he seemed awfully confident that I'd do very well with the hybrid, particularly over a 2-level fusion or ADR as my L5-S1 facets are degenerating too. Going to keep researching but I have a feeling that Dr. Z will be my surgeon (overseas will be too difficult with my family situation).
Have a great evening and thank you again!
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