I've had some back issues for several years now. Ostioarthritis, and stenosis mainly. Always tried my best to not let it slow me down be it work or play. But things went south over Labor Day Weekend.
My wife and I just returned from meeting with the surgeon and listening to him explain the current issues. And explaining his plan.
12 screws in the 6 lowest vertibra
2 rods from my lumbar to my hips
2 cages around the 2 lowest vertibra
And I won't be able to do my job any longer

The worst part is that I won't be able to trap or hunt until late in this season at best.
I probably won't be able to wade the Ozark steams and rivers chasing smallies and trout after this.
But I'm definitely gonna try in the spring before I count that out.

I know there are lots of people with health issues that leave them way worse off than I am and I hate that.

Just needed to vent a little because the timing of this sucks !

For all the work that needs done I don't think there would be a good time. Good luck and praying for a good outcome.

Sorry to hear of your back issue. Maybe they can fix you so you can enjoy life.

I took my 1st ride in an ambulance about 3 weeks ago due to my back.

Injured by lifting wrong in late 80s. Bulging disc and sciatica from then to now...with about 20 kinks in last 40+ years that worked themselves out in a few days. But now, add in stenosis and osteoarthritis and this last kink was indescribable pain. My right calf and toes are still 2/3s numb. Never stayed numb this long.

Past couple weeks Im almost back to normal (other than the numbness), and Im very careful about lifting wrong or twisting my upper torso...after this last episode.

Neurosurgeon says not serious enough for surgery...yet. Suggested injection near spine for any bad pain, but my pain level is only about a 1, but the lower back area remains touchy.

Sux to get old!

That’s a big bummer. Take care of yourself!!!

Brother in law just had his done, do one side then flip him over to do the other side he came out fine or the wife would of called me.

Good luck.do exactly what the doctor tells you.

Bad backs suck. My wife has a bad back from lifting fat people around in hospital beds for 45 years. Very restless at night with alot of tossing and turning trying to find a comfortable position.

GOD BE WITH YOU.