What can I expect?

May 20, 2003
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Melbourne,FL
I've had severe back and leg pain for 12 years now.(One of my lumbar vertebrae was fractured.) After 18 years of framing my back has finally worn out. My lowest three disks are destroyed beyond repair and I'm, going to have my 3 lowest vertabrae fused. I have pretty much figured the shortboard days are over,but;is it possible to get out on a longer board on the smaller days or is my rotation/flexibility going to be so affected that it won't be enjoyable? Should I just concentrate on going fishing more? Thanks for any help.