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Cervical ACDF 2 Level
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:15 pm
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:15 pm
Any experiences with this?
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Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:17 pm to Stevo
Get a second opinion (from at least one neurosurgeon)and avoid unless absolutely 100% necessary
This post was edited on 11/6/20 at 2:18 pm
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:18 pm to Stevo
Who whipped your arse at Sonic?
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:21 pm to Demshoes
I'm 4 weeks past sugery. Left arm still weak, and left index finger still numb. Hope nerve root recovers.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:24 pm to Stevo
Oh man, it’s a long road. I had mine done from C5 to C7. Aetna made the surgeon use cadaver bone instead of the cages with my bone in them. That was April 9th, no I’m set for Dec 2nd to go back in, pull the cadaver bone out, remove the front plate because the screws in C5 have wallered out. They have to remove my C5, then fuse me from C3 to C7 using the cages and THEN they are going to open me from the back and put a plate on the back side to make sure it’s all fully secure.
My suggestion. Make sure the surgeon gets to follow whatever procedure they are comfortable with and wear your brace and do not lift over 5lbs
My suggestion. Make sure the surgeon gets to follow whatever procedure they are comfortable with and wear your brace and do not lift over 5lbs
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:24 pm to TigerFred
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:24 pm to Stevo
Had it done in 2010. Neurosurgeon did it. No problems.
One of the most important things you can do is follow recovery orders.
One of the most important things you can do is follow recovery orders.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:26 pm to Bosethus68
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Oh man, it’s a long road. I had mine done from C5 to C7. Aetna made the surgeon use cadaver bone instead of the cages with my bone in them. That was April 9th, no I’m set for Dec 2nd to go back in, pull the cadaver bone out, remove the front plate because the screws in C5 have wallered out. They have to remove my C5, then fuse me from C3 to C7 using the cages and THEN they are going to open me from the back and put a plate on the back side to make sure it’s all fully secure.
Jesus that's rough. Best of luck on your recovery.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:26 pm to Stevo
Didn’t realize you already had surgery. Sounds like you have spinal cord damage like me. I have barely gained any strength back in my arm, but I’ve never been cleared to try to strengthen it
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:30 pm to Bosethus68
Don't believe that there was any spinal cord compromise, all nerve root compression.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:31 pm to Stevo
Surgery is not going to instantly fix your issues, and it may not ever depending on your specific injury/defect. The main goal of your surgery will be to halt any further permanent damage.
Don't wallow around in bed after surgery. Stay up and active as much as you safely can even if it hurts.
It'll probably worth getting a second opinion if for no other reason than just make sure you aren't getting 2 wildly different plans of care. That being said, don't keep hopping back and forth if you do get a second or third opinion, pick one you trust and stay with them.
Don't wallow around in bed after surgery. Stay up and active as much as you safely can even if it hurts.
It'll probably worth getting a second opinion if for no other reason than just make sure you aren't getting 2 wildly different plans of care. That being said, don't keep hopping back and forth if you do get a second or third opinion, pick one you trust and stay with them.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:52 pm to Stevo
Everyone heals differently depending on several factors (weight, smoker, surgical complications, etc...). PT is usually ordered 2-3 months post surgery. It's been my experience that neurosurgeons will consider a patient at maximum medical improvement around 9-12 months post-op. You may be released to return to work at 6-9 months post-op based on your job duties and the physical demand level of your job. Your treating physician may order a Functional Capacity Evaluation to confirm your physical limitations. My guess you will be permanently restricted to light duty with a maximum lifting up to 20 lbs.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:53 pm to Demshoes
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Get a second opinion (from at least one neurosurgeon)and avoid unless absolutely 100% necessary
This is always the answer to anything spine-related.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 2:57 pm to Got Blaze
I work in an office setting. Even still, I would not predict this type of post op limitations.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 3:11 pm to Stevo
I had c3-c4 done in 1997 with cadaver bone. I was in the hospital for a couple of days and went home without a neck brace. 2 weeks later I went back to work. I did get a second opinion prior to getting surgery.
My right arm doesn't have the same feeling as prior to the nerve compression and occasionally if I'm holding something cold (like a can of beer) I will drop it without explanation.
I have noticed with age that it feels like I may be getting arthritis as my range of motion seems to be getting less. Next time I go to my GP I plan to ask for some physical therapy. I just dread the idea of getting into a MRI machine.
My right arm doesn't have the same feeling as prior to the nerve compression and occasionally if I'm holding something cold (like a can of beer) I will drop it without explanation.
I have noticed with age that it feels like I may be getting arthritis as my range of motion seems to be getting less. Next time I go to my GP I plan to ask for some physical therapy. I just dread the idea of getting into a MRI machine.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 3:13 pm to Stevo
Your experience & recovery will depend on which surgeon you choose. Good luck
Posted on 11/6/20 at 3:16 pm to Stevo
I hope your cervix heals swiftly.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 3:18 pm to Stevo
Who was your surgeon?
Posted on 11/6/20 at 3:51 pm to LSU Tigershark
Harrod, very pleased with him.
Posted on 11/6/20 at 3:56 pm to Bosethus68
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I’m set for Dec 2nd to go back in, pull the cadaver bone out, remove the front plate because the screws in C5 have wallered out. They have to remove my C5, then fuse me from C3 to C7 using the cages and THEN they are going to open me from the back
Wait a second. They do all that shite from the FRONT?!
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