I have that fear also of being back in the wheelchair. I've noticed I can't get my back bone near my butt to relax at night to sleep , any suggestions ? I also have been waking up to have to lift my left leg with my hands to get it out of bed while sitting til I get circulation back in it to get up. It's like lifting a dead weight. These new symptoms are worrying me bc I remember these from before I had surgery . If any one knows of ways to relieve the pain in this area to sleep , even lying on my sides isn't relieving it , it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you Sherry.