HI and WELCOME!!! You've come to a good site. I too have had severe spinal disorders for over 25 years, and it's been no fun.
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I've had several surgeries too, and I'd never do it again.
Why not join us on the Spinal Disorders & back pain forum??? Go to the bottom of this page and you'll see Forum Jump -- click on that and you'll see a list of subjects. Look for Spinal Disorders and join us there. There is a lot of great people there who can answer your questions and give you plenty of support.
I hope to see you there! Take care and God bless! And again, WELCOME! Hugs, Lee