Have 3 fusions between S-1 and L-3, 4 surgeries total
First, had bone fusion laminectomy between S-1 & L5 and L-5 & L-4, did not hold up.
Second, 2 rods and 6 screws same levels.
Shortly after, 3rd operation, one middle screw removed, and rod adjusted.
Fourth operation, fusion laminectomy, 2 rods, 4 screws L-4 & L-3 level.
2nd, 3rd and fourth surgeries provided relief, but 4th was due in part to the trickle effect of the S-1 to L-4 level fusions weakening the L-4 & L-3 level.
Never the same though, quality of life has been affected.