The problems there are a result of non-existent communication up, down and across the entire chain of command. It’s sad to read this happened after I went through it. I would have hoped the problems there had been cleared up by the time us ‘whiny Air Force folks’ had gone through it and provided our feedback.

Oh well, just another reason I’m glad I went AF. I love Army guys. I respect the hell out of each and every one of them. My deployment with them was the best ever. But the Army itself doesn’t seem to run very well.

As someone who has struggled through 8+ yrs of ‘back issues’ - with a slipped and deteriorated disc at my L5-S1, and occasional nerve issues due to the same problem you have - I can sympathize on many levels.

Fortunately, I’ve always had good doctors, good pain management, and not had to rely on the government or VA to assist me in this process in any way.

Will keep you in thoughts and prayers as you battle this. I do know that there is some debate as to whether or not the damage done in these circumstances is permanent or can be healed over time. I will pray for you that it is the latter in your case.

Best Wishes.