I had an anterior microforaminotomy at one level 3 weeks ago. All the pain in my neck, trap, shoulder and bicep is gone. It's still early, but I'm trying to stay optomistic. I got to a point where I was no longer able to work and had to do something. i read as many posts as I could on this site, and I did some research online about anterior microforaminotomies. The procedure to many docs is still new, but outside sources other than Jho state that the initial results are better than fusion. Additionally, from what I have read, this procedure is better than a posterior approach because the surgeon is able to access the front part of the spine which is generally where the lesions are located.

I also me another patient at Dr. Jho's office who was having an anterior micro before my surgery date and spoke with him. His surgery thus far has been very successful. I hope this helps. I know how nerve racking this process can be and good luck.