microdiscectomy

[http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)]

The quick summary: my left foot and part of my leg was numb and found it
difficult to walk.  I had a lot of difficulties sleeping due to the pain,
even with pain killers.  The neurologist said that if I didn't get surgery
that I would have permanent nerve damage and would require a cane to walk.

What it entailed: it was a microdiscectomy.  It was outpatient, but
required general anesthetic and the surgery took a few hours.  I also had
to be prepped for surgery.  It basically took all day and into the
evening.  Noelle had to drive me back after due to the general anesthetic.
I couldn't work for a couple of weeks and basically moved very little and
took pain killers.

Overall, next to my vasectomy, probably the best surgical outcomes I've
had.