@pyates

Yes, the fusion was effective in addressing pain and mobility issues. I can't walk or stand as long as I used to, though. I'm not sure about my vulnerability to more vertebrae fractures. I fell pretty hard last week, but nothing broke. I was just in a lot of pain from pulled muscles, though. I did the Tylmos injections for 2 years, so maybe that helped. I also take calcium citrate and vitamin D. Also, Prolia injections every 6 months. I'm having a bone density test soon. If I didn't have the lower back pain, it would be fine. I also have severe DDD.
I hope I answered all your questions; if not, reach out again. Without the surgery, I wouldn't have any type of life.