 [ Symptoms ] will calcium caplets have the same effect if crushed up and added to food as they will if swallowed whole [ Disease ] as you know i do not know anything about you or the details of your casesurgeries to be able to address this very important issue my heart goes out to you you need to find the best spine surgeon in your area or even out of your area for a high level evaluation make sure to collect all of your medical records and imaging studies before seeking this second opinion