Krank,

The scs isn't the last resort. I had 2 of them already,and I've been without one for a year now. I go in the beginning of Dec, Dec,1st to be exact, to get the pain pump trial. THe pain pump is for those who want and n eed a very active life. I have a horse farm and I ride horses. I need to get back to it again. with the scs I couldn't ever ride again. with the pump I can, after it heals, and all. even the book and dvd medtronics puts out talks about being able to ride a horse again after the pump. My PM hates the pump...dead set against it. I took matters into my own hand, found a dr. that would do it, and as long as they were in the insurance acceptance group I could have it done. Of course, needed everything redone, psych exam, etc, but that's ok...I will be able to drive and have my life again. don't give us

Hugs
Mary