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Success stories after lumbar fusion?

Spine Health | Last Active: Oct 28 1:12pm | Replies (39)
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@legeke

I did not have a fusion but was given a choice between a fusion and laminectomy or laminectomy only knowing upfront that I may need a fusion in the future. I opted for the fusion, age 62. So far, great results! I am retired and back to our beef cattle farm operation and chasing my 1 and 3 yr old granddaughters, cycling on my road bike, kayaking. Happy I chose laminectomy only at this point.

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domiha | @domiha | Oct 13 8:45pm

@legeke Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm glad the laminectomy worked for you. I had a laminectomy L2-S1 in Nov 2022... and it gave me back the ability to walk. But I still have issues with neuropathy in my feet and legs.... and with balance. So the fusion will be the next step if I decide to take it. I'm 73 and thankful my grands are 14 and 11... as I couldn't run after them at this point. Best wishes!! Mike

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