Hope Stories

After Jeff's seven-hour hike, 'Everything hurt except my back'

It had been a long journey for Jeff. His back started hurting 10 years ago, and he tried to push ahead and delay any real treatment. Eventually, it morphed into a burning sensation that radiated into his upper legs. With Jeff's work in landscaping construction, that meant lots of bending, twisting and lifting heavy things. At times, he could barely stand for more than five minutes. But still, he avoided seeking help.

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Jeff atop La Plata peak in Colorado

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ALIF surgery, spinal decompression