@dabbs Welcome to Connect. I am a spine patient too with a fusion of C5/C6. You may be interested in these discussions where you can connect with other members talking about C1/C2 instability.
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/111565/
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/possible-ehlers-danlos-syndrome-with-craniocervical-instability/
I know that injuries can change lives in an instant. What was the career that you loved? Are you having more symptoms now and then had new imaging? Will you be seeing a specialist about the changes in your condition?

Jennifer

Thank You Jennifer, I was a Lt/FF/ Paramedic with a large Fire Dept here in Florida. 14 years in ER 7P-7A shift then 18 years with the FD when I was injured. I’m fairly certain my Pvt MD will refer me out on this one. Definitely having symptoms both old and new ones that are worse. I honestly thought my hardware had broken. With C-1 and C-2 the nerves that exit from there can be devastating. Even with them fusing them, you lose the vast m

Majority of turning your neck when they do…….David

Hello @dabbs. I'd like to add my welcome along with @jenniferhunter who has graciously joined you already to share and provide you with some support.

You will notice that I have moved your post into an existing discussion on the same topic which you both can find here:
- Cervical Neck Instability: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/cervical-neck-instability/

I did this so you can continue connecting with Jennifer and also in the event you would like to read others' comments. If so, just hit the View and Reply button in this notification!