Connect← Return to Normal to have severe stiffness/pain3 wks postop from lumbar fusion?
Discussion
Normal to have severe stiffness/pain3 wks postop from lumbar fusion?
Spine Health | Last Active: Sep 23, 2025 | Replies (21)Comment receiving replies
@wywomanjk
I had l3-l5 decompressed and fused and it can take 3-6 months heal and a full year to see the full impact of the surgery. It will take time. It is best to get up and walk as much as you can during the day for circulation and muscle movement making sure not to twist or overdo it. Let your surgeon know about your pain to adjust medication to help you sleep.
Replies to "@wywomanjk I had l3-l5 decompressed and fused and it can take 3-6 months heal and a..."
Connect
Has anyone in this thread had ALIF ? They say I need that plus interbody fusion and that I will have a very big surgery! I'm really worried about side effects or unexpected things happening afterwards. I actually haven't chosen my surgeon yet. So has anyone out there had that type of surgery? Thanks much I'm 73.