I had my 2 roRAB and 4 pins removed in June 2010. This was my 4th back surgery! I have not been pain free since the 2nd back surgery. The 3rd was a fusion of L4-L5. I was 36 at that time. I am 40 now. The pain is much worse down my right hip,leg and I have footdrop. Wear an AFO at times...