Loni's Medical Expenses

Hi Everyone,

I am raising funds to help my sister with unexpected medical expenses.  Late in June, Loni began to experience (what she thought was) muscle pain, in her back and shoulder.  She has been a hairstylist for over 18 years, and tried to chalk it up to "wear and tear" and power through it.  

Since waking up on July 13th, she has been dealing with constant, debilitating (what we now know has always been) nerve pain.  After extensive second opinions, we have learned that Loni has severe arthritis and Cervical Stenosis.  Three of her discs are putting pressure on her spinal cord.  Two of those are extruded to the point where they also press on the nerve root that runs to her right arm and her shoulder.

It is the unfortunate reality that Loni must address these issues immediately, and surgically.  She will undergo a double artificial disc replacement of her C5/6 and C6/7 discs, at the beginning of September.  Although Loni has health insurance, this procedure is still relatively new, compared to spinal fusion.  As such, the extent of her coverage will likely not be sufficient.

Loni has been unable to work since the pain became constant, in July, so finances are REALLY tight!  With the best-case scenario, she won't be able to return to her full workload and quality of life until sometime in November. 

I know that this is a very stressful time in her life.  Please help me show support to my caring, incredible, and strong sister during this difficult process!  Each and every dollar goes a long way to getting her back to being her amazing self. 

Thank you!