@kathymj, I'm not sure if you have heard about Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR) but it might be worth checking into to see if it might help. There is another discussion on MFR.
-- Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR) for treating compression and pain
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/myofascial-release-therapy-mfr-for-treating-compression-and-pain/
Also, you might want to scan through the list of discussions and comments by other members who have experience with a Foraminotomy procedure - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/?search=Foraminotomy