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What Could Be The Reason For Having Pain Down The Back Of Both Legs Even After A Spine Fusion?

I had spine fusion L4&L5 on August 5th and I still am having trouble with pain down the back of both legs. I have had these symptoms since I injured my back in May of 2012. It's not a sharp pain, but a nagging pain like when you have the flu and your muscles ache. I really haven't felt any better since having the surgery. Is this normal? Will that ever go away?
Mon, 6 Jan 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.

A certain degree of radicular pain (root pain in legs) is felt normally for a few weeks after spinal surgery (owing to the manipulation of the nerve roots during the surgical procedure). But, it should not continue for months together. So, I personally feel that your symptoms are definitely abnormal and needs evaluation.

A Nerve conduction study of your lower limbs is needed to locate the level of any possible lesion producing the symptoms.

I suggest you to consult a Neurophysician for a clinical evaluation and further management.

Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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What Could Be The Reason For Having Pain Down The Back Of Both Legs Even After A Spine Fusion?

Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. A certain degree of radicular pain (root pain in legs) is felt normally for a few weeks after spinal surgery (owing to the manipulation of the nerve roots during the surgical procedure). But, it should not continue for months together. So, I personally feel that your symptoms are definitely abnormal and needs evaluation. A Nerve conduction study of your lower limbs is needed to locate the level of any possible lesion producing the symptoms. I suggest you to consult a Neurophysician for a clinical evaluation and further management. Hope this information is helpful. Good day