I am a patient that had the Minuteman system implanted Feb 5, 2024. I am thrilled. I woke up feeling better than I had in a very long time. Now, 4 months later, I'm still doing great. The Minute man bolt was installed from the back hip so no muscles & ligaments were cut as in traditional fusions. I had a 3 month recovery time, but it was a much easier recovery than my other 3 lumbar surgeries. If your vertebrae are crushing down on each other when standing or sitting, causing legs to go numb & weak this is a great procedure, but please ask your Dr what's best for you as we all have different issues.