Hello Larry,

In my opinion your neurologist should have shared with you what he told your PCP.

My advice - Get a 2nd opinion (and a 3rd too). Seek out the best neurologist/spinal surgeon that you can find. Talk to others you know and get their advice for an excellent neurologist/spinal surgeon. And I would also recommend that you call up a local professional sports team and ask who they use as a spinal specialist for their players.

Okay, to that difficult topic - weight Larry, I commend you for your "positives", however, you know that perhaps it would be a good idea to lose some weight. Think of your back. Do talk with your PCP about this. Okay.

Hope all goes well.

RichT

P.S., - I have about the same spine problems as you do. I am 71. I have had two epidural injections and they have really helped me. At this point, even considering my age I'm going to keep the knife away as long as I can. That has been my decision.

thanks Rich for the good advise. wii do

First off Larry you need to lose weight. That is probably the cause of your back problems. "Carry it well", doesn't work.

85% of multi level laminectomies fail. You should do IDD. It is 90% effective. Surgery makes most people worse.

LOSE WEIGHT. You are eating double what you should be eating to maintain your current weight.

Hello Balldez,

May I suggest that you try to communicate in a more pleaant manner. Your approach will just turn Larry off IMHO.

RichT