Paul needed an emergency L5-S1 anterior/posterior fusion of his spine for a traumatic injury he sustained as a teenager. After living nearly 2 decades with chronic problems from the fracture in his L5-S1, the remaining structure finally failed and began impinging on nerves which required immediate intervention. Any donation to support Paul financially during this time is greatly appreciated. Unfortunately this was not due to a climbing incident so it will not be covered under L&I or Worker’s Comp. Paul has exhausted his paid time off leave bank with his Firefighter/Paramedic job, and subsequently his entire recovery will largely be unpaid.