Its reassuring to read some positive stories about this procedure. Im a month out from my operation and am doing as much research as I can to prepare myself. My story is similar to many on here. I have been living with severe lower back and stabbing leg pain for 14 years. Have the bottom 3 discs all ruptured and there is narrowing in each of these levels of my spine. Im hoping for the best and am completly confident with the surgeon Ive decided to go with. All the best for those going through this struggle. Its something I wouldnt wish on my enemies.