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From Setback to Comeback: Officer's Recovery After Failed Spine Surgery | Episode 90
Episode 90
Wednesday, 17 June, 2026
What happens when a career-ending injury is followed by years of failed treatments, multiple surgeries, and no clear answers? In this episode, Sergeant of Investigations, Tim Putney, shares his journey through chronic pain after an on-duty injury nearly ended his law enforcement career and sent him on a years-long search for answers. What began as a single on-duty injury became a years-long road marked by chronic back pain, failed spine surgeries, a spinal cord stimulator, workers' compensation battles, and dead ends. Joining the conversation is VSI spine surgeon Dr. Ehsan Jazini, who discusses why some patients continue to struggle with pain despite previous treatments and spine surgeries, what is often missed in complex cases, and how the right diagnosis can uncover solutions that others may have overlooked. Together, they explore: Failed back surgery and persistent pain The impact of chronic pain on mental health Challenges first responders face after injury Modern spine treatments and recovery advancements Why getting the right diagnosis matters Released during Men's Health Month, this episode highlights a challenge many men face but rarely discuss openly: chronic pain impacts far more than physical health. It can affect identity, relationships, mental health, and the ability to do the things that matter most. Most importantly, Tim shares how he was able to return to the life he thought he'd lost—including walking his daughter down the aisle. If you've been told to "just live with it," this conversation offers something many patients desperately need to hear: you may not be out of options. Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QlAbHziBoJ4
