That’s so frustrating, to try to ask for a review of the symptoms and the MRI or CT scan, only to be looked over lightly, Yes, yes, dear. Go to PT, then if you’re still in pain, we will try more tests, take another look, in another six months. My first fusion, 2021, the doctor just looked at the xray of his work and said - it looks fine, just give it more time! I had a second fusion extending it, over two years later, when another doctor listened to my complaints. Now I have to address my neck, which has hurt just as long as my back but now is terrible!
I wait until I can barely stand it before asking for help; I think most of us do. But it seems, especially when reading these comments- doctors don’t really listen carefully. Perhaps we need to be more clear too when we talk. I should take notes and refer to them once I’m with the doctor.
That’s so frustrating, to try to ask for a review of the symptoms and the MRI or CT scan, only to be looked over lightly, Yes, yes, dear. Go to PT, then if you’re still in pain, we will try more tests, take another look, in another six months. My first fusion, 2021, the doctor just looked at the xray of his work and said - it looks fine, just give it more time! I had a second fusion extending it, over two years later, when another doctor listened to my complaints. Now I have to address my neck, which has hurt just as long as my back but now is terrible!
I wait until I can barely stand it before asking for help; I think most of us do. But it seems, especially when reading these comments- doctors don’t really listen carefully. Perhaps we need to be more clear too when we talk. I should take notes and refer to them once I’m with the doctor.
Oh, yes. I live in PA and this is a definite issue I’ve seen with providers at all levels. I have been an RN for twenty years and can not fathom treating patients how I’ve been treated. I have always told my patients to advocate for themselves- thank god I follow that advice. This is a sad state of affairs.
Thank you for the information. I just don't like the idea of not being able to move my neck because it is fused. I hope the UofM can offer something else
I'm scheduled for ACDF surgery in July, at UofMN, with only C7 disc being removed, a spacer inserted, etc. I was told my range of motion will be the same after the surgery, as before. My issues have been with my left arm and hand.
I'm scheduled for ACDF surgery in July, at UofMN, with only C7 disc being removed, a spacer inserted, etc. I was told my range of motion will be the same after the surgery, as before. My issues have been with my left arm and hand.
@carolweso91 Welcome to Connect. You're right about range of motion with just one level fairly low in your neck being fused. I have C5/C6 fused and my range of motion is the same except that I cannot bend my chin to my chest, but it is fairly close. Take it easy and rest a lot during your recovery.
@carolweso91 Welcome to Connect. You're right about range of motion with just one level fairly low in your neck being fused. I have C5/C6 fused and my range of motion is the same except that I cannot bend my chin to my chest, but it is fairly close. Take it easy and rest a lot during your recovery.
Thank you for your response. That’s reassuring and I’ll follow your recommendation about resting during recovery. I’m expecting my body will recommend that as well. Take care, Carol
@carolweso91 Welcome to Connect. You're right about range of motion with just one level fairly low in your neck being fused. I have C5/C6 fused and my range of motion is the same except that I cannot bend my chin to my chest, but it is fairly close. Take it easy and rest a lot during your recovery.
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That’s so frustrating, to try to ask for a review of the symptoms and the MRI or CT scan, only to be looked over lightly, Yes, yes, dear. Go to PT, then if you’re still in pain, we will try more tests, take another look, in another six months. My first fusion, 2021, the doctor just looked at the xray of his work and said - it looks fine, just give it more time! I had a second fusion extending it, over two years later, when another doctor listened to my complaints. Now I have to address my neck, which has hurt just as long as my back but now is terrible!
I wait until I can barely stand it before asking for help; I think most of us do. But it seems, especially when reading these comments- doctors don’t really listen carefully. Perhaps we need to be more clear too when we talk. I should take notes and refer to them once I’m with the doctor.
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4 ReactionsOh, yes. I live in PA and this is a definite issue I’ve seen with providers at all levels. I have been an RN for twenty years and can not fathom treating patients how I’ve been treated. I have always told my patients to advocate for themselves- thank god I follow that advice. This is a sad state of affairs.
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5 ReactionsI'm scheduled for ACDF surgery in July, at UofMN, with only C7 disc being removed, a spacer inserted, etc. I was told my range of motion will be the same after the surgery, as before. My issues have been with my left arm and hand.
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2 Reactions@carolweso91 Welcome to Connect. You're right about range of motion with just one level fairly low in your neck being fused. I have C5/C6 fused and my range of motion is the same except that I cannot bend my chin to my chest, but it is fairly close. Take it easy and rest a lot during your recovery.
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1 ReactionThank you for your response. That’s reassuring and I’ll follow your recommendation about resting during recovery. I’m expecting my body will recommend that as well. Take care, Carol
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1 ReactionThank you for that positive information. How was recovery ?
My surgery is still to come...i.e. July 17th. Hoping all goes well.
Maybe I'm replying to the wrong message. I thought you said you had C5-6 fused