Hi everyone, I am looking to hear from those who have undergone spinal decompression with stabilization (rods) for spinal cord compression. My father at 69 had spinal decompression with rods last month. He is currently in a bed/wheelchair, sitting with a brace, and undergoing physiotherapy. He is also on active myeloma treatment (KPD) I would love to hear how others have managed both surgery recovery and ongoing myeloma therapy. Specifically: Age & Overall Health – How old were you at the time of surgery, and did any other health conditions affect recovery? Recovery Timeline – How long did it take to sit, stand, or walk independently? Impact of Myeloma Therapy – Did your myeloma treatment (chemo, steroids, etc.) affect bone healing or recovery? Any delays in wound healing or increased side effects? Mobility & Quality of Life – Did the surgery improve your ability to move around and do daily activities? Pain & Discomfort – Was there pain relief after surgery? How long did it take? Rehabilitation & Physiotherapy – What kind of rehab helped you the most? Many thanks