TuscanGrandma -

I agree with Leesa. You should consult with several neurosurgeons. I have moderate bilateral cervical stenosis at C5/C6 and moderate central canal stenosis at T12 to L3. The NS said fusion is the only treatment for stenosis as it only progresses. I know fusion is in my future but I'm holding out until conservative modalties don't offer symptom relief. One concern with stenosis is the bone is growing impinging on the nerve(s) and/or the spinal canal so stenosis can be quite serious.

A friend of mine had a two level cervical fusion for severe stenosis (literally no space left for the nerves) and she is doing great (10 months post-op). She didn't work or drive for about 7 years before they discovered the neck problem. She is actually considering returning to work and has started driving.

Good luck!