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Hi Cavalib,

Considering your youth (you too David)- you have many years ahead of you. Once one has a fusion at a given level, there are no other options really if you continue to have problems with that level - pretty much a "done deal". However, if you have ADR done and doesn't work out (lets hope it does)- but if it doesn't then you still have fusion as a last resort to turn to.

I sooo understand what you are saying about the insurance coverage and finding an experienced surgeon....It took a lot of soul searching - but I had to do something. I took out a personal loan to get mine done. Granted, I'm in a bit of debt - but I'll trade debt any day to feeling 98% normal again.

I hope something can be worked out for the both of you soon.