Yes, thank you again. I will see my dr in a few days and will ask him questions about recovery, also about the details of what and how he expects to do it. I've been getting cold feet again but I suppose I will take the risks. Since I am virtually immobilized now (I can walk but with great pain, so therefore cannot do what I need to do, I sit a lot) I hope the surgery will certainly help. I'll keep in touch with you all, I've been encouraged by the replies. We will arrange for care for my husband, although it is very expensive. We don't qualify for 'free' government assistance for home care. P.S. As far as ADL from Medicare, like washing and bathing, the helper was always in a rush when she was treating my husband, she washed him only and did not do anything like laundry, making him lunch, etc. I shall inquire even further if I can. Regards.