What leesa told you is correct. I had the spinal fusion to start with, and wound up having more 6 years later. I am doing OK now, and the pain is less, so in my case that second surgery was the right thing to do. I did have the domino effect, where I failed above and below the first fusion. Try all therapy and do go see a few more neuro surgeons before you make any decision. I really hope that you can be helped. ginnie