I had my surgery done on july 5th 2012 i spent 5 days in mercy hospital all the nurses were just great everybody. It is now the 11th of july i am still taking my pain meds not as many as before.The Operation went well i dont have the pain i had in my legs.Still got a little pain from my back because of the operation.I am able to walk some but not over do it.I go back to the doctor on the 19th,for follow up the epaduro was ok but the itch was unreal so i wanted to give you all a follow up so far so good i was told i will get stronger everyday thanks Rick