Reqmt: I just had a fusion at the L5-S1 due to my bone density test a few weeks beforehand. I was so disappointed that I couldn't get the ADR but to be honest, I was kind of relieved because I didn't feel a warm fuzzy about the Pro-Disc L. It's been a week now and I feel great. I think I may have full mobility but don't want to rush things. I will have to wait until my surgeon gives me the go ahead or when I am in PT.
As far as the ADR is concerned, I also had a multi-level ADR at the C5-7 using the Mobi-C and that seems to be going great as well. All done in the USA and my insurance is covering everything but my co-pay of $11.00 per day for three days in the hospital. A friend came over yesterday and couldn't believe that I was up, dressed, cooking Tortilla soup and the house was spotless.
I believe it all has to do with the surgeon you choose. I don't see a reason to have to go all the way to Europe to get these procedures done and pay out of your pocket. If your insurance denies you then keep on fighting. It took three appeals for me before I won.
I am happy with my choice and haven't looked back. Whatever you do keep fighting. Good luck!
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1998- Injured neck and back in USAF
2011 - Started experiencing Severe Symptoms, Migranes, numbness, spasms in legs and feet and sciatica.
Feb 2014 - Received upper Lumbar Injection - Severe Allergy to injection
Mar 2014 - MRI of Cervical and Lumbar, protruding disc in C3-7, Herniated Disc in L5/S1, placed on STD and FMLA )
July 2014 - Stem Cell Procedure performed
Oct 20, 2014 - ADR (MOBI-C) at C5-7 and Anterior Fusion at L5/S1 by Dr. Pettine and Dr. Techy
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