been there done that ---better than having scalene only removed that sucked with alot of scar tissue... I did real well with the trans ax--hardly any pain and I am inchin back toward normal.... although work comp put the second surgery off for almost a year and because of that I have permanent nerve damage----I am doin alot better than before the second surgery.... I had a doctor in Denver do mine and I am real happy well I wish you well and hope all turns good for you....shari happy valentines day