should i have spinal fusion

[irishman36]

i originally had a work related accident when i was 22. this resulted in severe back and leg pain for over 5 years. i gave up my job which was very physically demanding job and went to university for 4 years. in the second year my pain went by itself and i resumed normal life. about 4 years agon my back pain returned and has worsened gradually.
i had an idet done 12 months ago which hasnet worked. im on difene and kapake daily and now also on stomack tablests as the medication has affected my stomack. vicious cycle.im currently working but have to rest after work and at weekends so quality of life is not what it should be. ive had physiotherary and triend oestopathy and chiropractor all to no avail. i have been advised by a specialist to have a spinal fusion. should i have this procedure has anyone had it done and never looked back or has the procedure made them worse or no better. comments appreciated.

[alinpain]

i dont have much time but i  n oticed your post,i just had l4 l5 surgury on oct 26,and like margaretg said tryit all be this,i did,which brought me to my  conclusion to have it,my only wish i didnt wait so long,i doing great so far,, a few problems hear there everywhere,but i think its going to be all right ,i know i have a long road to go,but im a very determinated man.  with god ,a good great surgen,a lot of help from my friends here and i think its all good
god bless-al

[irishman36]

Thanks for the advise  Margareth and your good wishes.
you have my empathy as well  for your similar suffering.
I also wish you the best in whatever route you choose to go down.
i'll keep you posted if i do decide to go for the spinal fusion tratment.

Seamus.

[MARGARETG]

if you have tried this time the injections (epidural, spinal block or facet joint) and they have not helped and pohysical thereapy is not working you may have to consider it, I also am in the same place but i have tried all the above and have dealt with this for 2 1/2 years only to be worse or the same, but surgery should be done when all else fails... please get a second oppionion...
let me know what you decide,,,
god bless you...