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What exactly is an ablation in regard to spinal stenosis? I had some nerves "burned" at L5-S1 a few years ago without any positive effect. Is this what you are referring to?
Appreciate any insight you can provide.
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@heisenberg34 The only thing that worked for me was a Cortisone Epidural in the S1/L5
My pain management Dr. tried other areas with the Cortisone but only the S1/L5 worked. It only lasts about 3 months. Have had my fill this year of Cortisone. My side effects, this last one in August, edema in my feet, which elevation eliminated temporarily. And extreme easy bruising.
My pain was mostly in the top portion of my right thigh and in the AM. It was extremely painful. It would come an go. Before the first cortisone shot, I was using Advil. Which
worked for a while.
So I have decided for now to not have any more shots, at least for now. My first shot was Jan.,31st of this year. Last was Aug, of this year. So far doing ok. And BTW, PT NEVER HELPED ME!
My Spinal Stenosis is severe. But not having surgery. At least for now.
So we shall see.
I wish you a pain free outcome, no matter what you decide. Look into the TOPS procedure. I will as well