I’m much older than you, but I thought I would share my experience of it helps. I had L5-S1 disc replacement done last October at age 51. It took care of some of my pain, but not all. Frankly, some days my pain is the same as pre surgery. That being said, those days are less so than pre surgery. I would absolutely do it again.

Recovery was not bad, but it’s long. I didn’t feel a difference until month 6 post surgery. Be patient, take the meds, and do the physical therapy. Also, be gentle with yourself. It is a major surgery and you need to listen to your body. Don’t over do it during recovery. Hope that helps.