Thanks a lot for this information, Jennifer. You and others on this site are such good resources. I think if I were 20-30 years younger I would definitely look into this; but at 74 and not being in the best shape I don't have the energy or inclination to pursue it. I don't know how much more involved the nerve grafting surgery would be than the plication surgery I'm planning on having in the spring, but I would guess it's much more complicated and impact more of my body. Additionally, I would have to get to and from New Jersey, instead of driving a hour from my house to get to the hospital. If I didn't have faith in the surgeon and hospital here, I'd fly home to Rochester, MN to have it done at Mayo....but I think I'm in good hands. After my move to western PA, I made sure my medicare supplement would cover me if I felt the need to get back to Mayo to deal with a serious medical problem. The nerve graft is a wonderful option, though...and I know others will really benefit from it in the future. Thanks for letting me know about it. Nancy