Brooke Hoyer

So anyone out in OBRA-land had a spinal fusion?
I've got L5-S1 spondy (bilateral pars defect). I've managed to live just fine with it for years but recently I've really messed it up good. The scarring around the defect is such that there is little movement but the offset and inflammation is affecting my S1 right side sciatic (L5 radicular pain and weakness). In other words, pain and loss of strength (drop foot) in my right leg.
While I would prefer not to have surgery, I'd like to be more educated about my options and want to hear specifically from cyclists who may have had a fusion.
Thanks,Brooke Hoyer
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