Sounds like you have yet to have surgery. GO TO A NEUROSURGEON! stay away from ortho's. They come to the table with a hammer, chisel and an attitude that will scare ya. Sounds like you have nerve damage aswell ( did) and only let a neuro do my surgery. Mine had slipped so far over it was impeding on my spinal chord, I could not stand or walk either. As soon as I got my MRI they had a bed waiting for me. They can realign everything and stabilize it with rods, screws, and other methods.

Yep, it may not be a good idea to let WC find out you are doing things like I presented, but mine was my own fault and they had me walking the next day. Muscles are the key. They will do their job and help keep things in line if you build them up. Best thing for post surgery is stretch and GET OUT OF THAT BED and WALK.....Walk as much as possible....no pain...no gain. God made us with two legs, two arms, two eyes, two ears,....and one frickin back. Be careful but laying around will not allow bones to heal. Dont smoke, drink caffeine, but stretch and walk hourly!

My best advice!