June 2020 I had a cervical fusion done, C3 thru C7. Today Dec. 27, 2022 I have extreme stiffness and neck discomfort. I usually place a neck cushion type brace on neck within 10 after getting out of bed. I’ve been thru Physical Therapy with little help. I’ve gone back to original Neurosurgeon to discuss the issue, had two more MRI, 2 CT scan and several X Rays. Nothing shows that there is a problem, Surgeon says it might take 2 years for a complete recovery.
I have gone to a different Neurosurgeon with the same diagnosis.
I use a tens unit for some relief, neck collar gives me the most relief. Both the Doctors and Physical Therapist have told me NOT to use collar but it gives me some relief. I searching for a medical group that will give me some answers as I’ve lost all confidence in the Doctors I now have. Forgot to mention that I’ve had pain management with 8 injections which have not helped.