1.5 years Post Op Question
I had a spinal fusion 1.5 years ago, involving four levels: L2, L3, L4, L5, and S1. Overall, it was worth it; my shooting pains have disappeared, but now I experience stiffness and slower walking, especially when I wake up or do yard work. When I walk, I tend to lean forward or hunch down, which feels more comfortable. However, I try to walk upright, but the faster I go, the more I find myself leaning forward. Has anyone else noticed this more than a year after their surgery?