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Can anyone recommend L5S1 fusion at age 54?

Spine Health | Last Active: Sep 12, 2023 | Replies (28)
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@coachdavid

I'm 69 yo male who is eight weeks post fusion of S-1, L-5 & L-4 after having a Discectomy & laminectomy in ''91. I had multiple injections & PT & still had bilateral sciatica & R leg weakness.

I awoke in recovery w/o any sciatica & have minor R leg weakness & lower leg neuropathy. I'm walking 2.5 miles a day & start PT today.

My surgeon is an orthopedic surgeon with a fellowship in scoliosis repair. He is excellent & I am glad to be rid of the pain.

Choose mindfully. Good luck.

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augal91 | @augal91 | Jul 14, 2023

Thank you for sharing! Yes, trying seek insight and counsel from those experienced. I have been pleased with my ortho but everyone we are connected to in the medical field advises that a neurosurgeon do this if necessary. I have met with one that we really like and will see what he advises after the MRI and go from there. Praying for wisdom and peace in direction.
Thank you again!

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