I will be in some PT afterwards. I am actually a nurse, so I am pretty well versed in what will recovery will involved. The surgery was an absolute must as the nerve was so impenged that I had no reflexes left in my lower leg. Thanks for the offer of the stretches though. I know he has a pretty rigorous plan ahead for me. My big concern is whether I will be at risk for herniating my already damaged discs if I go back to riding a traditional bike. Damaged discs are always at risk for herniating and there is little you can do other than lose weight and exercise to prevent it. Riding a traditional bike puts LOTS of stress on the back precisely where the damage is located. Interestingly, I have had almost no back pain through all of this... it was all referred down my back and into my leg. I am mostly exploring a bent because I have a sneaking suspicion that he is not going to let me back on a traditional bike for a LONG time if ever.

Have a great day ! Go for a ride for me today! I'm dying because it is PERFECT bike weather here today... calm winds, mid- 60's, and clear, sunny skies... it's killing me!