hi vbeck
oh what awful complications from surgery....I am amazed your doing so well at a month.

I like the things your surgeon says and yes you could have pulled a lead out of place (migrated). I do so hope the programing goes well....make them go over all programs....make them take the time or complain.

Like you I have my battery in the same place with no problem at all...also like you I thought I was gonna rip in half getting out of bed....doing anything actually...and wiping my butt (please excuse my bluntness) brought tears to my eyes. I still think I hurt too much and I am at 18 months post op. Mine is located at L7...where is yours located?

After your surgeon...your rep is the most important person....get a relationship going...communicate well...My reps changed way too much.
Mark56 has programmed his unit---follow his threads.

all my best ...stick around---lots to learn here

Johanna