I had spine reconstruction surgery with a fusion and insertion of a rod and pins January 30, 2006. I had severe back pain that was to the point of intolerable and was diagnosed with severe spinal stenosis, scoliosis and spondalysthesis. Cortisone injections were successful once but then it was all downhill. I had a 6 month recovery period after surgery with no riding and then began very cautious riding. Currently, I am riding every opportunity I have. I am 66 years of age and got into my riding career