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Originally Posted by ian
I've only spoken with Drs Clavel and Bierstedt. Based on my conversations with them and several of their patients I don't think you can go wrong with either doctor. With that said, I'm having Dr. Bierstedt perform my ADR in a couple weeks. I based my decision on the aftercare/rehab program that Dr. Bierstedt's team has set up. It just seems a little more comprehensive. As far as the surgery goes, I think both doctors would be an excellent choice.
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I'm sending off my MRIs today to both as well as Zigler. Am very interested in you and will be following your progress with Bierstedt.
My MRIs kind of frightened me. Lumbar area, discs look thin and black, no light in any of them. What in the hell is wrong with me?
Kaiser's spine specialist called me finally today and gave me a bunch of cliches. She said there is mild bilateral nerve root compression at L5/S1 but it doesn't feel mild. My feet get numb throughout the day and my butt starts to hurt in the afternoon. Can't sit either.
Her advice? Kind of live with it.
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Weightlifter since 12 years old, now mid-40's and figuring out this wasn't such a good idea.
Chronic back pain started in 2010 while shrugging weights that a 40 yr. old shouldn't even try.
MRI in 2012 showing L4/L5, L5/S1 herniations and L2/L3 bulge.
L5/S1 taking on new shape, chronic sciatica, etc.
DEXA bone scan performed 5/7/14 showing mild osteopenia.
Surgery performed July 9th, 2014, Dr Clavel, hybrid three level lumbar.
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