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Originally Posted by Dinny Blues
I found out 30 years ago that I have the same condition. The neurosurgeons I saw back then said there was nothing that could be done, learn to live with it.
I have seen countles chiropractors since then, and they have kept me out of a wheelchair.
About 8 years ago, I saw another neurosurgeon about my condition. He said there was nothing that could be done for me, learn to live with it.
I now have a chiropractor that I barter computer/network repair for her services. She is the only reason I am still walking.
I have rarely been able to feel my left leg for the last 30 years. After about 5 years or so, you don't realy miss it anymore.
Long story short, this is manageable with a good chiropractor and possibly a good massage therapist. I would avoid the knife if I were you. I have known people that had this surgery, and they claimed to be no better than before the surgery.
Just my $.02.
Dinny
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Appreciate the advice, Mr. Dinny Blues, I really do. But in this case, the pain isn't something I'm prepared to live with. I can't stand for long or walk very far without severe pain. The disc that's moved is the L5 and it's become a pretty serious quality of life problem unless I do something about it.
I've been through all the therapy, chiropractic, etc. My only option at this point is surgery. I have full confidence in my surgeon, though. He's convinced that he can correct this, so I'm scheduled and I'm not backing out now.
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