I am extremely interested in the same thing. I will be having mulitple paddles . I haven't seen the surgeon yet. The MRI of my entire spine results are back so I expect an appt. shortly. Based on previous experience, I do not expect any straight answers from the surgeon concerning increased pain due to the more aggressive approach and a longer recovery period. It is my understanding that the paddles require at least a partial laminectomy for placement. I have had seven lamies and they are aggressive and painful.

I will see my pain doc as soon as I see the surgeon. If he says he will be doing lamies due to the paddles, I will have Pain Man pre-cert me to go into rehab immediately. He's chief of staff there so I will get good care. The big concern for me is that I live alone and have a long history of nasty post op infections. With no help with me, it will be a good idea for me to spend my initial recovery where I can be monitored. Best wishes.