Ann’s Story
Ann struggled with severe back pain for most of her adult life. She attempted to alleviate the pain with years of physical therapy and medication, but they only provided her with temporary relief.
Tony’s Story
“My back pain made it impossible for me to even stand up straight, let alone actually fish.” Now, Tony says “I’m back to fishing, and even though I get sore, it’s much better than not being able to do it all,” he adds. “It is only really muscle stiffness, otherwise my back feels fantastic!”
The Better Way Back® Spokesman Grants Teen’s Wish
Nate “Rock” Quarry, spokesman for The Better Way Back, came out of retirement from mixed martial arts (MMA) fighting last month. It was one fight. But it meant the world to a 19-year-old high school student with Down syndrome; it was the fulfillment of his dream to enter the octagon for a real MMA match.
Robert’s Story
Robert underwent XLIF surgery in November 2014. He was able to walk shortly after surgery and was only in the hospital for two days.
Sandy’s Story
Sandy consulted with her surgeon who recommended the minimally disruptive XLIF procedure. Initially, Sandy was terrified of having surgery because she had heard many horror stories about spine surgery, but she knew it needed to be done.
Gina’s Story
Back pain had been a difficulty in Gina’s life for years. “A year ago, I could never have walked any kind of long distance, but now I can walk around the fair for hours,” she says. “It’s great because now I’m working full time and sometimes I almost forget that I even had surgery!”
Patient Ambassador Celebrates Being a Mom
Claire is a Patient Ambassador for The Better Way Back® and the proud mother of an active toddler. But there was a time in her life when she wasn’t sure she would be able to live her dream of being a mom.
Elaine’s Story
Elaine underwent XLIF surgery in December 2014. She was up and walking the next day. Elaine was able to walk the length of two wings in the hospital. Although Elaine experienced some postoperative soreness, her back pain is completely gone.
Michael’s Story
Michael underwent XLIF surgery in April 2014. His surgery went very well and the outcome was even better than he expected! Michael experiences minor tingling in his feet, but the throbbing pain is now completely gone.