Wow, so many things in this book that are designed to make a very difficult process much more manageable. First off, the decision to proceed with something as traumatic as spine surgery is no easy call. This book literally puts you in a room with 5 former patients, 5 accomplished spine surgeons, three chiropractors, a nutritionist and several physical therapists all answering the questions you don't even know to ask. But all of which are hugely important. Harvey has, through what he suffered, learned powerful lessons--before during and after his three surgeries--that will allow thousands to follow with much less fear, pain and discomfort. Five stars, both thumbs up!!