I had it done at 46 yrs old. L3,4,5 laminectomy then titanium cages 2 separate surgeries. Then at 50 I had my neck fused with more cages C2,3,4. I have recovered great and have full range of motion still some pain but manageable with exercise and medication. Best of luck to you. I am glad I did mine young to make recovery easier. It was not an easy surgery to recover from.