Yes - its been a hard decision for the surgery. I have been in PT for 10 months now, with 1 manipulation, and not really made any progress at all. I have also done 5 lumbar blocks which did help some on the range of motion right after the block - but within 4-6 hours, it was back to normal. In consulting 2 ortho drs and my pain management doc, it seems to be everyone's argreement that this might be the only last procedure to try to regain motion. I realize it can cause the RSD to flare or spread, but feel I have to make every effort I can to get rid of this walker & cane! Guess I need more practice in the area of "standing my ground" with the docs and being more of my own advocate instead of just listening and doing without questions. Now if I could only get my husband's cooking to improve before I go into the hospital....... hehe.