I got in touch with my neurosurgeon, a Dr Dinh, and got my x rays and MRI sent to his office. I answered a bunch of questions over the phone, and they said that I would hear back from them in a few days.
Then I go for a consultation, and I find out what he thinks is my best bet.
As soon as my wife mentioned who my Dr was, a lady from where she used to work went off, saying that the guy is a hack, and that he's operated on the one lady they work with multiple times, and can't get it right.
I had a momentary bit of trepidation, but then remembered who she was, and that went away. I'm guessing she isn't one to follow orders, because she's not the most health conscious person. I mean, the invention of the tooth brush has escaped her, so why would following Dr's orders be a priority?
My chiro said that for the most part he likes him. For him, that's a ringing endorsement. So when I find out more, I'll let you know.