Real men love their recliners, but when that luxury item becomes a royal pain, a man's got to get out of his big chair and into a gown.

Robert Stroope couldn’t stand, couldn't sit, couldn't lay down flat, and couldn't walk for more than 10 or 15 minutes without excruciating pain in both of his legs. His painful path led him to see Dr. Justin Seale with CHI St. Vincent's Spine Center.

Dr. Seale found that Robert's original back surgery had never healed and another surgery was needed. After surgery, Robert felt relief almost immediately and could even put on his own socks again.

Learn more about Dr. Justin Seale and the CHI St. Vincent Spine Center.