Sally, I think some people aren't necessarily viewing CCSVI as the "cure" in terms of eliminating all symptoms but as a way to stop MS progression. In other words, for some people they just want to remain stable where they are and not get worse. Whether or not the brain can repair itself after the damage is already done and the veins are opened up after the procedure is another story. I've been reading a lot on thisisms.com about CCSVI for the past few months. You are right that nothing really "miraculous" is jumping out but people are reporting improvements in fatigue (no more napping), cognition, reduced spasticity, ability to walk longer without resting. The doctor at Stanford has only been doing this since May. I guess time will tell!