Post-op, 15 weeks (3 1/2 months)

Had my follow-up appointment with my Doctor today. All the screws are in the same place, the implants between the vertebrae have not moved, and I'm showing signs that fusion between the vertebrae is taking place. Merry Christmas to me !!!!!

All physical restrictions have been lifted. I got a script for anti-inflammatory meds today, so goodbye inflammation. I've also been given permission to start working on my short game, I'm sure it needs a lot of work. I'm on schedule for my first pain free round of golf in the spring.

Post-op, 14 weeks (3 months +)

Only 1 week left till I find out the status of the fusion process. I'm confident that I will get good news next week and will be told that I am growing bone.

Post-op, 13 weeks (3 months +)

Nothing out of the ordinary to report except that I tripped down the stairs the other day. Wrenched my back a little. The only thing hurt was my pride for being such a spaz. Prior to my surgery that kind of fall would have had me in excruciating pain for at least a month maybe longer. Guess you can say I'm definitely getting better.

Post-op, 12 weeks (3 months)

Nothing out of the ordinary to report. I've been feeling quite chipper at work and Physical Therapy is having a positive effect. I've started detoxing from the meds being that I no longer require them except in the morning when I first get up. I'm coming off them slowly so I don't disrupt my life anymore than I have to.