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I'm scheduled for ablation for my lower back L4-5 S1. I have severe spinal stenosis. I'm in constant pain hurts to stand and put weight on my left leg. My left side is the worst. Just wondering others experience with this procedure. The nerve block to determine the area of pain I just about flew off the table. I'm 75 yrs of age.
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I’ve had an ablation on my lower spine and have found pain relief. I would do it again. I may need another one and will be seeking help. They do last one year Or longer.
I have had many issues with my back. It’s painful. Good luck
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My pain doc. is suggesting a lumbar ablation for my pretty sever stenosis. The steroid injection just worked for a few days. He dosen't think surgery would be a good thing to do. One of the conerns I have to go forward with an ablation is that I have to be off my blood thinners 5 days prior to the procedure 3 different timess. A total of 15 days total. I'm not sure I really want to chance that.
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I have a very similar lumbar spine condition. My doctor said no to Tops and other similar devices. My impression is that they may be useful only for those with mild conditions.