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Spinal Fusion L5-S1 didn't relieve neuropathy: Any success?
Neuropathy | Last Active: Jul 25 11:36am | Replies (19)Comment receiving replies
@southernbelle13 For what ailment was this treatment recommended? I had this surgery nine years go. It was supposed to correct the spondylolisthesis that was putting pressure on my spinal cord. Did not help. I imagine that some people get good results, although I haven't many here on Mayo Clinic Connect. If I could go back in time, I would not get the surgery.
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left hip and leg radiating pain. occasional foot drop..not severe just slight, electric shock feel to my ankle at bedtime, some weakness below my knee to ankle when walking..again occasional not daily have tried all the conservative measures including injections over the last 8 years. to the point where they don't help for long. maybe a couple of months before things start up again. was looking for something that would provide longer relief. this was suggested a an option to those things. not insisted upon, up to me. i was offered gapabentin but due to possible side affects chose not to take it so can't speak to that. However, it also is more of a band aid than a possible fix.