This is what Nick’s spine looks like for the time being. If it wasn’t for this damn spinal injury, everything would just be so much simpler. Just slap on some feet and get running. But no, he still has some nerve damage and plenty of healing to do.
Three months ago they put in these two rods from the T12 vertebrae down to his pelvis. These are permanent. This Thursday he goes back in for surgery to build a cage (or two) where his L5 (and L4) vertebrae burst. After that surgery his spine Xrays will be truly impressive. Because, right now, they’re a bit weak. Don’t you think? Only TWO metal rods? Pffft!!