Hi Abbey, I had Lumbar Laminectomy and Fusion surgery last January. It took alot longer than what doctors told me as far as feeling normal. For months, any kind of vibration like sneezing, coughing, mucle spasms, bumps on the road, etc were very painful. It took a few months to start walking, 10- 15 min. at a time. Just got off the heavy meds 6 months ago. Finally beginning to feel somewhat normal. I think everyone's journey is different, but they all say don't try to rush exercise and recovery. Physical therapy was very helpful, not only healing my body but keeping me busy and focused on getting better. Support and patience from my better was the biggest key to my recovery. I hope this was helpful and wish u guys luck.

Before surgery I was also told 3 months, but after I was told 6. I think I had a little more done then u hubby will. I'm a Pastry Chef, I've been diagnosed with laminectomy syndrome and just started working a couple of days a week, still having pain but nowhere near the severity as before surgery. The combination of loosing a few pounds and doing the physical therapy exercises on my on has helped me a great deal.