I am completely fused from C2 to T2. I have rods in the back. I had a 3 level fusion in the front at the same time at the University of Washington. My neck had been fusing on its own and I had limited mobility to begin with bloody till the end chronic pain for years. I had 4 surgeries prior on my neck. I will say my range of motion is very limited however I can drive and do most things. I have Fibermyalgia so it's taken me a lot longer to recover. This surgery was a last resort. Try all of the Alternatives prior just to make sure you won't get relief some other way. I still have nerve damage. My right side was my big problem but now my left side is completely numb arm And hand. I have tingling and numbness in my hands and arms every day. I have since started a exercise program that has helped with these symptoms. I will throw the lock in the world.