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Old 06-08-2019, 04:20 PM
Sirjamesie Sirjamesie is offline
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Post New poster! DDD L4-L5-S1. Considering ADR/Fusion...

Hi there....

37 yr old male based in Los Angeles, CA, USA.

Been dealing with both acute and chronic back pain over last 12 years since I was in my early 20’s. In the last few years it has been persistently chronic back pain and I have finally (with my ortho doc) decided it is time to explore surgery after exhausting every single conservative and alternative treatment available.

I have seen several surgeons in LA but haven’t been super happy with anyone yet and am seriously considering going to Germany for the more experienced surgeons and newer discs. I’m really changing my mind every day whether to stay in the comfort of my own city or go to Germany. Any thoughts?

Also been dealing with depression lately that I’m pretty sure is due to isolating and not being able to work or excercise or socialize like I used to.

Thanks for any input!
J
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37M with DDD L4-S1
Early 20’s: Aches and soreness started
Late 20’s/early 30’s: Added acute attacks and bouts of chronic pain
Last 2 years: Nonstop chronic pain
Considering ADR and/or fusion hybrid
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