[Halm]

L3-4-5 fusion in February, 2022. Posterior approach. I was 73 at the time of the surgery. Never heard of a minimally invasive procedure. The anterior approach is not the normal procedure unless there is a specific approach.

I was in the hospital for 8 days. There was an extra day due to my reaction to anesthesia. Started home PT with in 3-4 days. That made all the difference in my recovery. Was off the Oxy within 10 days.

Major physical mobility returned pretty quick, in big chunks. By 6 months I was able to do anything (within reason) I wanted. Was declared healed by late September.

My best advice it this: Do not let an orthopedic surgeon touch your spine. Find an experienced neurosurgeon.

Feel free to PM me with any specific questions.