ACDF SURGERY: 7.5 months post multilevel (3) ACDF SURGERY C4-C7
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So pleased to have an update from you. I had my surgery over a month ago and things went well. The hard part is recovery and wanting to heal instantly because I am independent. I have muscle aches ( jumping) and some numbness that aggravates me at times. I hope you won't need additional surgery or at least for a while down the road. Taking care of yourself and being independent is a blessing and a curse at times. Reaching out to others is a sign of strength and self-care despite what our ego tells us. Take care of youself.
i totally agree! keep me posted on your recovery as well
I'm one week in from the exact surgery as you, C4 through C7. Recovery has been rougher than expected. Hoping things get better. Pain is still very high a week out. Anxiety is increasing as well, as I am fearful of doing anything "wrong." Thank you for this video.
Thank you for sharing your surgery story.
I did surgery 2months ago. C3-C7 ACDF and I am doing good except minor shoulder muscles pain.Hope I will recover with no problem.
I pray that all of us will be recovered and be independent 🙏
@@scottcook926 How are you doing now? It's been close to a year for me and I am okay. for the most part. Anxiety is the worst! I took a few weeks off from work and slowly got back to normal. I am still nervous about doing things "wrong" too.
@@yvonnetracey8381 Thank you for asking. I had surgery 11/22/21. Four weeks off of work has been assessed now, to be an integral decision. (I have a stressful job) I successfully returned to work. I am much, much, better now, however pain is higher than I would prefer. The biggest and most troublesome malady is that I still have not recovered my voice. I have a loud raspy whisper at best. It's been hard since I talk so much for my work. (Social Worker). The doctor says that my voice issue is not uncommon, but it is being monitored as the weeks turn into months. The "afraid" has gotten better, but has also led to me stopping myself in the middle of starting to do something and realizing I am way past the "safe" zone as to the task, and remind myself of my limitations. Also, incision scar is more like three and a half inches, not the one to two I was told. But it's healing amazingly. How about yourself?
I just want to say thank you so much again for making another update on your progress. For me I’m not sure what’s going on every day is totally different just like you. I have the exact same things happen to me when I lay down either my legs will go completely numb or my hands will go completely numb or my entire arm will go completely numb. I went and saw my surgeon yesterday and I have been directed to go see a neurologist and a rheumatologist.
Had c3-4,4-5.5-6.6-7. 100 % pre surgery pain free, still recovering from surgery 12-06-21, today 1-30-22,, good luck with your procedure and recovery. .
Hope you are doing well
LoL your Adorable! I had the exact same surgery 3 weeks ago. One week after surgery I was feeling good and vacuumed. Bad idea. I was praying for Death the next day. I tried to take a quick shower to rinse off so I could drive myself to the ER but that did me in, I made it back into bed, choked down pain drugs, muscle relaxer, cried and passed out. Bahaha
Thank you ! I totally get the whole - do I go to the ER or not lol
Thanks Kim. Suggested I have ACDF myself. Very tentative.
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So relatable I jus had this done 2 weeks ago! But worrying and happy just feeling so down I hope this doesn't effect independence! Hope u OK and in God we trust!
Hope you are doing better
Hey Kim. Search for Dr. Tony Mork. He performs a minimally invasive procedure that can take the herniated disc out. Best of lucks!
Thank you for this. I just had the surg 4 days ago. Started documenting too. My symptoms started in my right leg. It felt like I couldn’t connect my leg to the ground while walking
I hope you are feeling better!
Thank you so much for this video! I’m having surgery in March. I’m so scared . But you have maw feel better and get prepared. Thank you for inspiring
Oh wowwwww! I just had my ACDF surgery on levels C5-7. I feel sorry for myself so much! It sucks. It’s not fair. No one prepares you for this. I’m 41 and I have a 1 year old. You do great videos! Thank you for sharing. Thank you for being vulnerable with us to share these things. You’re not alone. ♥️ Also, I have finger/whole hand numbness AND toe numbness. I was sent for an MRI because of HA, extreme neck pain, and it felt like I was dragging my legs through mudd from the knees down. I was told the same thing about being rear ended and being paralyzed.
I hope your recovery goes smoothly. Keep us posted on your journey. Thank you for the kind words
Well done Kim
I had my surgery 6 weeks ago... I understand what you are going thru... mine was between c4 c 5 and between c6 c7
I am having problem sleeping at night... I had swallowing issue for 4 weeks...
It gets better in time... Feel better soon... so you can get back to doing what you love
Hi Kim, thank you for sharing your journey. I recently had cervical surgery for what was supposed to be 2 level ACDF and turned into a corpectomy (removal of the vertabrae) while on the operating table. I had similar issues with my hands. Same issues with those two fingers. Yes, I understand the "just weird feeling" and I also don't understand the explanations they try for giving the finger problems, leg and feet pain and/or numbness and their not being able to e plain why some issues are still there. My surgery was 7 months ago and I am a lot better than before surgery, but I am still always dealing with my neck, shoulders etc. And wondering if things are getting worse. Anyway, thank you for being positive and sharing your journey it helps when you know there are others who have the same issues and you are not flung crazy. This is an older video and so I hope things have gotten better for you! Take care and God bless!
Hello. Yeah - pain is crazy.. I've made a bunch of new videos. Thank you for the compliments. I hope given what you went through, that you are doing better.
Maybe you just need another spinal fusion 😊
God bless you. Very informative video to your issues. I have Neck problems for 10+ years. Multiple level fusion recommended. Passed on it. Reinjured neck and now have new symptoms. Hoping for a positive outcome whatever that might be in the future. Thank you for your videos
Keep us all posted ! i wish you success and relief
Thank you for the update. I can completely relate to having medical anxiety. I feel like I was super active by overworking myself and cycling like crazy to relieve my anxiety. I think that anxiety could be the root of the problem.
I also need the surgery and I am scared. I have multilevel discopathy in my cervical and thoracic levels, so having the surgery can also lead to an adjacent segment disease. But on the other hand, I want my arms and feet to stop getting numb.
Wish you a fast recovery. It will get better with the fingers. I had this loss of sensation as well, and it came back after a few months.
I have the worst herniation on the level C5C6 and Th1Th2, also other levels have bulging discs.
I understand what you are saying. I don’t want to be in pain all the time. I am scared of being paralyzed and it feels like it is going in this direction. It might be a long journey. I will accept to get many surgeries, if they might help. But I have never had any surgery. It scares me.
Stay strong!
@@natalia6381 you too hun. Keep me posted !
@@KimWright btw. I think you are a good speaker. It would be nice if you started a channel not only about ACDF, but about psychology where you discuss some therapy theories or have your take on different psychologists, like Freud, etc.
@@natalia6381 Funny you say that - i have an insta, tiktok and facebook- all therapy related: @
kimwrightlcsw
@@KimWright wonderful! :-) Still a UA-cam channel would be great. Something with a longer reflection on the mental health of young people or the society in different context, like this pandemic, or social media or whatever. Whatever you think appropriate. You are a good story teller and a very insightful person. It is good to listen to you. Best of luck!
Will keep you posted after the surgery.
Thank you, having the same surgery in one week. Very interesting
Same levels ?
Thanks for the vids and updates. i just had my level 4 ACDF C3-C7 nine days ago. so far the worst pain was swallowing and throat irritations. i stopped taking pain meds (tylenol with codeine) on day five. haven't slept through the night since surgery and i see no end in sight. so weird i have to move every 30 mins or an hour to a different recliner, couch, bed etc. wearing the neck brace 24/7 is a pain but i want to heal properly. thanks again for your vids.
I hope you are doing ok
YT is now showing me ppl's messages from a year ago.. Sorry
Just finished watching the rest of your video and it answers lots of my questions. Funny you mentioned being inactive for 2 years and I can relate, everything seems to be such an effort trying to push forward.
I have had a decompression lanaectamy (sp) and it’s not a easy surgery so give it lots of thought.
If your feet are numb most likely it’s your lumbar or L lever vertebrae, a MRI with contrast should show the injured area!
Yikes, big hugs from Georgia!
Ps: try putting a pillow between your legs and sleep on your side, should help relieve some of the pain and numbness
Hey. I do the pillow thing
And I do have a few spots in the L area I need to get corrected but not yet lol
And could you go into more detail re: the laminectomy ?
@@KimWright if you would like to facetime/zoom/team etc. or discuss by text/email happy to accommodate. We have lots in common with neck and back and have been blessed to have some great docs/surgeons in my corner. in addition to corrective surgery I have had 3 stimulator implants to manage pain, some success, however, overall not a long-term solution. Unless I have misunderstood you seem to manage your pain, which is great, I haven't been as fortunate and blessed in that area. The good news is I have managed to live a productive and successful career as a Corporate Talent Acquisition executive for over 30 years. Stay strong and focused! Paul
Hi Kim. I am currently experiencing numbness and tingling sensation in my hands, weakness in arms, and imbalance. All diagnosed for cervical stenosis which is the narrowing of the spinal canal and compression on the spine. Undergoing a laminoplasty procedure next month to provide relief. Comparing this to a laminectomy, I feel it is a less extensive procedure as it is going to maintain a greater degree of the bone structure, as it will expand the space affecting the spine and nerves. As I understand it, the laminectomy will remove part of the structure between the lamina and replace it with a plate which might include fusion. I also prefer the laminoplasty, as in my opinion will provide a greater degree of mobility in the long term. I am in my early 60s and extremely active, so the ability to maintain this style is really important at this junction. Hoping you are able to make the best decision whichever that may be, and best of luck.
I would love to hear how you make out. I will be seeing the surgeon's PA next week to update them about what has been going on recently with me, and I am sure they will send me for updated images, etc - but I want to talk to them about options and I'd love to hear how yours went
Thank you. I'm in tears cause I can relate so much to what you've been going thru, I'm much older and have been suffering for so many years now it's finally gotten to the point living my life of solitude in excruciating pain that I need to take the plunge! I'm gonna have a disk replacement, C3-4 towards the end of March 2022 at the Tampa VA. They wanted to do a fusion 10-12 years ago and I'm glad that I opted out of that because from what I understand a disk replacement is so much better, range of motion, fewer complications down the road and so on and so forth. What I would give for just one night of good sleep pain free! I'm still pretty active though even at my age considering the circumstances but I can't take the pain anymore and my spinal cord is literally scaring so bad it's time. Thanks again for being so honest and compassionate. Good Luck in your Future 🌴🌴
I am so sorry you are dealing with this too. Please keep me posted if you get relief or if you decide for surgery
Thank you, I'll do that. Hope all is well with you 🌴🌴
How are you feeling now?
@@KimWright I had my ACDR this past May 18th 2022 and I'm so glad and blessed that everyone and everything went so well. My surgery was so successful and the surgical team was amazing! I spent one night in the hospital and drove myself home the next day! I had the M-6 artificial disk installed lol, and that's the only reason that they would allow me to drive 2 hours because I didn't need a collar, I drove myself the next day! Mind Blowing, well here it is Saturday October 8th almost 5 months post-op and my recovery has been slow but steady. I have full range of motion the M-6 disk is state of the art, oh btw I had C3-4 replaced and again I can so relate to your video and what you've been going thru it was like my story exactly! Covid, the pain, the isolation, the fear, the loneliness/sadness, watching your video today I had the same reaction tears streaming down my cheeks, but I'm a fighter like you are and I can't thank you enough for your heartfelt video! Hope you're doing well and all the best for the future! 🌴🌴
@@josephnaja How is the disk replacement? I am hoping if I need to get more done or fix the the level that didn't fuse.. I am hoping that a replacement would be an option.
I am happy to hear that you are doing so well!! Fingers crossed it stays that way and no further surgeries are needed!
Hey hope you’re ok I’m waiting to have mine in the next few weeks
I really hope you’re ok you seem a lovely person
I got no idea what to expect but I’m sure I’ll be ok
Thank you for your video
please keep me posted ! and thank you
Thank you for sharing your experience with all of us . I’m looking for encouraging but brutally honest experiences from others.
Kim, you're such a sweetheart. I'm rooting for you!
Thank you :)
Kim, from your description of numbness in your pinky and ring finger it appears as if you have a herniated c7 t1 disc that is compressing your c8 nerve root I have the same issue with tingling in my right hands pinky and ring finger because of a herniated c7 t1 disc. I believe you mentioned that when you lie down you intermittently have numbness in your legs I don't have numbness in my legs but I have a constant tingling in each of my left and right feet I believe it's from the same c7 t1 disc that not only is herniating through the right foramen but also posteriorly into the spinal cord. The fact that the numbness in your legs occurs when you're lying down probably has to do with gravity I know it sounds too simplistic but the integrity of your c7 t1 disc could lead to sporadic herniation posteriorly into your spinal cord when you lie down quite simply from gravity's pull on that disc. I've been dealing with two traumas to my cervical spine from ice hockey injuries over the past two years and even though I'm certainly not a doctor I've been consumed by learning as much about my cervical spine as possible because my life has been disrupted so dramatically. The biggest issue I have with neurologists and orthopedic spine surgeons is that many of them don't consider the unique circumstances of each patient suffering with cervical spine trauma I wish you all the best if you have any questions please let me know
Omg yes. I feel we need to talk
@@KimWright send my your email address so we can exchange phone numbers?
Hey Kim, I just had this surgery 2 weeks ago C5, C6,C7.
I'm 50 originally from Philadelphia.
I have the same issue with my fingers being numb and I also need surgery for my lower back and now I found out I have Scoliosis.
Talk soon.
Shawn
Ugh.. I hope you're ok. I also have been having lower spine stuff too - seems like a never ending thing
@@KimWright It really does seem never ending but the Weather here in Arizona really does help, except when it rains.
Hey Kim! Thanks for the updates. I just had my surgery a week ago on my c5-c6. Still have the aches n pains and trouble eating certain things. I feel like I got hit w a sledgehammer but hopefully it’ll start feeling better, cuz I can’t sleep w this brace n aggravating pain. We’ll see what God’s got in store for me. I’m a barber so I’m sure it’s gonna be a tough transition back to work for me. I wish you luck and blessings on a better recovery and strength physically and mentally. God bless and stay strong 🙏🏼💪🏼
@@ilikemyrealname Hey Will! Honestly, I still do have aches daily, I don’t sleep well, and Idk if I’ll ever feel better. One thing was fixed , to just make everything else feel worse. It makes being a Barber very rough. I don’t wish this surgery , pain, and aggravation on anyone. It truly blows! Thanks for your concern, it’s very much appreciated. 🙏🏽💪🏽
@@ilikemyrealname Thanks bro! Have you had that surgery?
@@ilikemyrealname maybe get another opinion. Decompression may help you more than you think in your neck than getting the surgery. I also play guitar and other instruments. Thankfully the surgery didn’t prevent my playing but my left tilt bothers me at times a bit when I play or having my arm up some. I wish you luck bro!
@@martinoquendo4051do you feel like the acdf made things better, or worse, or about the same?
@@imveryhungry112 Honestly, I feel like it made things worse as a whole, but I know that progressively I would’ve had to get the surgery at some point of my life because the injections only help for so many months. ACDF will fix your main issue but will create other pains in your neck that you never had. I’m a year and a half post surgery now and I still have a lot of pain, especially when I sleep and many times at work. Definitely life changing.
Great Video, Kim. And funny, I'm having my ADCF (3 level) from an extensive Hockey career + Trigeminal Neuralgia (Ugh!) this week. Hope you are doing well, thinking of you 0 : )
Keep me posted :)
Thanks so much for sharing this! I'm having the same thing done in a week. Your videos are incredibly helpful!
Keep me posted
Hi I saw your veido
God bless you he makes easy for u Oct 20 I had c4 to c7 my surgery was successful but 7 days my neck&shoulders lots of pain call Phizo felt better but still pain I am tired to take pain killer s I am71years old
I hope you get some relief
Thank you for your Honest opinion... I went to the ER with the same tingling numbing down both arms but mainly my right. Numbness in stomach and back and front and inner thigh. I could barely walk. I was sent for a full MRI of my spine. Not kidding you; no sooner did I come out; the neurosurgeon was already looking at my MRI. He literally told me he will have to go from the front and the back to free the compressed spinal cord. It's major surery. He said I can go home and do nothing BUT IF i fall; I can become paralyzed from neck down. Im having my surgery on Wed. Dec. 22... with at least one to two days in hospital. I'm scared but have not choice. I'm in California. I know I'm in great hands but I'm scared. Im 51; should have had it diagnosed at 42. Hope you can get the courage to get the 2nd operation.
OMG. Please keep me posted. IDK if you saw my recent video- well more the text update-- right after I made my last video, but a few days after I made the video, my numbness/tingling got much worse and spread to whole left hand and part of right hand which is new. So frustrating.. please keep me posted
I see the surgeon next week and I hope they will send me for a new MRI and nerve test
Hi Kim I had C3-C7 fusion and spinal cord surgery the end of June 2022 I've been having a lot more pain in my Neck and left arm into hands Also waking up with numbness both arms hands and my legs and feet it does freak you out I'm only getting 2 hrs of sleep
Yes. I had/have similar experiences unfortunately
Hi, I have same issues with my neck,was told I need a 3 level cervical fusion I'm terrified, also have same issue with lumber spine. I'm 55yrs old and have 2 kids late in life. I'm really terrified and thinking just like you. Don't know what to do? Me too, I want to feel good and be active and thrive again. Lol Sandra
Good luck. When’s your surgery ?
Hi Kim! Always watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your experience. I had ACDF 4 weeks ago and I still having the same pain that I had before the surgery. I'm really concerned about it. Did you have the same experience? Any suggestion? I have low back problems too. Spine problems are tuff. I wish all the best for you!
Hello. I felt better after surgery until i lifted a box. now i have nerve issues in my left hand and cant feel my pinky finger .. also have bee sting sensations in other parts too. its so bizarre but I heard that if you have stenosis like i do, that you will prob need more than one surgery.. im trying to be ok with it and tolerate current issues as long as i can before the second surgery. i am sorry you are having issues.
Hi it's me Lisa remember I had my surgery and OMG the muscle spasms for first three days were horrible horrible horrible then the fourth day got better in the 50 got better and it keeps getting better but I still have little pains in my shoulders and around my neck but not bad at all the worst thing is the freaking neck brace I hate it I take it off at home I sleep with it at night which is the worst of the worst but tomorrow is my first pre-op appointment with my primary doctor and then on June 1st I have my x-rays and that will determine if I can take the stupid collar off but I'm sorry to hear about whatever it is that you're going through you're so pretty and have a big smile you keep that smile and remember God is with you through it all I have to say I don't think I will get this done again unless my life depends on it cuz remembering the first day and the second is awful
Hope it went well and you’re out of the collar
Some people don’t understand that the cervical spinal cord actually does effect the legs and feet, too. They’re thinking about the nerves and where the roots come out and not the actual spinal Cord itself. And I was so active before, too. 😭
Maybe you need spine fusion? 😊
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I’m 5 weeks post surgery for same levels as you. I’m doing well but probably doing too much. Hearing from you makes me nervous about that. I’m sure I’ll screw it up too. Already fallen in the theater on side. Scared me a lot but I’m ok hopefully. See surgeon in 2 weeks. I also have had serious low back issues from an injury in 2006. Pain meds continually since then. 2 knee replacements in last 3 years too! Trying to stay positive but I feel same as you what’s next.
I’m anxious to get back into the pool but not sure if I’ll even be able to breathe on the side anymore. Question- how long did you have to wear your neck brace?
I’ve only watched this video but from pictures I think you look prettier in this one. Being real with us is the best part. I hope you keep making more videos. I subscribed.
Hope you are ok !! My lower back is acting up too. Seems likes it's always something.. grR
sorry to here Dr Camissa at hospital of special surgery would be excellent second opinion. He is guy that NHL , Nfl guys go to
This video helped me alot thank you
Hello Kim, We exchanged comments 6 months ago post my C3-C7 surgery. if you recall had the same exact surgery and curious if you have any numbing and pain in your shoulders, upper arms (biceps and triceps) as well as pain in your lower neck area? When I say “pain” it’s no where close to the pre surgery pain, more of a growing discomfort. I have had 2 post surgery meetings with my surgeon and he didn’t seemed alarmed or concerned. I need to have another X-ray to determine bone growth around the hardware fusion and plan to do that next week.
Have you had significant bone growth around your fusion? And are you experiencing any numbness or uncomfortable muscle pain?
Hope all is well for you, I really enjoy your blog and you have a great personality. Ever think about doing something professional around UA-cam?
Thanks! Paul
Hey.. Yeah I have pain in those areas.. also a lot of twitching in my shoulder area and bi/tricep ... I have no idea of bone growth-- don't put that in my head lol but I guess I'll have to get it checked again at some point.. and I am still dealing with pain and numbness in hands and some numbness (fleeting) in my feet. and still having some pain in my neck :(
You might need an updated spine fusion 😊
I worry, too, that I'll lift or reach or twist some day and screw up. But you know it's not as simple as that. The more I read, the less likely I would get cervical fusion. NFL QB Peyton Manning had Laminectomy 2 times but still had no strength to throw. Then within a year had fusion surgery, and with tons of therapy, he won a SuperBowl again. These surgeries are not an exact science even with the best doctors, money being no object, and this guy is a highly tuned athlete, still isn't a smooth road for anyone.
You should get a spinal fusion it's good for u 😊
It is so scary and you are brave! I saw a orthopedic surgeon. He says it’s bad . Been having pins and needles now numb feet especially left side . See Neuro surgeon next week . Need fusion c4-c7! Im scared to death . Been frustrated trying to see someone before I go paralyzed. I’m trying to be positive.
You need spine fusion now 😊
I am going to have the very same surgery in a few days, I am nervous about the outcome...
I''ve been treating a C6/7 herniated disc conservatively for the past 6 months. I also had numb legs some months ago. I believe is due to the inflammation compressing the spinal cord. That went away but I have some weakness and pain in my left leg. Had a full spine MRI and everything looks well except from that cervical herniated disc.
Saying that it must be the inflammation because 3 different doctors said that the herniated disc is not directly putting a heavy pressure on the spine (there's CSF surrounding the cord).
@@MartinMochetti good luck .. keep me posted !
Hi Kim! Are you taking any meds ? In case you are... check carefully for the side effects. I believe my leg weakness and tingling was due to the med I was taking.
The only thing I got out of this “she’s a FLYERS fan”. Haha!! Not really, watched several Vlogs, thanks, very helpful!!
Haha. You’re not wrong !!
@@KimWright I watched your 10 month “recap and summary” Vlog, sounds like most everything worked out quite well. Happy for you!
They are suggesting the same for me at multiple levels. I've had multiple surgeries in life. Some simple. Some complicated. None life threatening. Your suggestions as I consider this surgery?
I think that is totally up to you. As I have concluded... if you are in a dangerous position.. then do it... if it's just pain-- maybe hold off ?
@@KimWright Thanks Kim ❤️🙏
two years ago I was diagnosed with herniated discs c4/c5-c5/c6 but there was no neck pain or huge numbness and tingling but instead I got like radial+cubital+carpal tunnel syndromes + snapping scapula syndrome in short I feel like my entire upper body nerves are fucked up and need surgeries to all of them cuz its been two years now and probably my entire cervical discs are herniated hahahaha which good because it would be one fusion surgery for my entire cervical spine
ugh.. please keep my posted .. that does not sound good. I hope you are getting some relief
Had C6 but the surgeons were contemplating 56&7 it was that bad.
I’ve binged watched your vids! Lol I’m having a 2 level next Friday. What kind of work do you do? I’m 50 and at times I have a physical job, any advice your surgeon give you about different careers? Thanks 😊
Thank you so much!! I am a talk therapist- so I sit all day - so def need to stretch and such... I think your doctor would have to share info on what your limitations might be
Kim! You are my angel! I'm a 37 year old woman from Toledo ohio and my surgery is November 4th. Your story is so much like mine. This is bar far the most tramatic and scary event of my life. Like you I seem to be like the 1% of people who end up with crazy surgeries. Any tips to avoid post surgery depression? I had two back to back knee acl pcl bone grafts and had a horrible recovery mentally. That was a 12 month recovery. So I gather this is less involved? Any suggestions to keep up beat?
I would say get a support system! Maybe therapy? I think my hardest thing was people that didn’t have the surgery telling me I was fine when they couldn’t be 100% sure. So I think connecting with people that had the surgery when I could tell them all the different feelings I was having they were tell me me too and they’re fine so that really seem to help me most. I worked asap. It helped to distract me. The quiet it what did me in. Lmk if you need to chat
@@KimWright Wow. This seems like forever ago. I now have ZERO pain. I have full function on my right side and I sleep like a baby! Honestly, I feel as though it was a miracle. Recovery was tough but totally worth it. Only one negative thing. My voice. I was a singer. They said its possible you won't sound the same. They were right 😔. But sadly if that was the price to pay then so be it. I still have all my memories of choir, karaoke, and singing in bands. Best thing tho! I lost 40 lbs. Its amazing how much more active you can be when you don't want to kill yourself from all the agony I was in for so long.
What were your symptoms before surgery? Did you have spinal cord compression?
I did. I made a few videos.. Lmk if they answered your questions..
Im having surgery on my neck a week from today Anterior Cervical Desectomy
hope you are well!
I had my surgery and all went well .... so far .... ive notice that when it rains I feel it too ..... sorry for channel jumping I commented on your other videos from my old channel but this is my main channel and I made a few videos myself ....
So happy you’re healing !!! Thank you for your kind words
I'm 5 days post - op.
acdf c4 - c7.
hope you are well!
I had a 3 level 5 years ago and now I'm having the same symptoms. 😢
its so frustrating !!
I am going through the same thing. I have fusion C4 C5, C5 C6. Looking at another fusion C6 C7. I have same issue in hand. So scary not sure. So what is your status now?
Hey. So I’m a year out. Have you seen my updated videos ?
I had c4-7 done. And now the disks below need work unfortunately. My left hand is half numb 😔
@@KimWrightdid you get another fusion ? 😊
How are you doing this week?
I'm doing alright ! Thank you ! some days better than others-- just listening to my body and trying not to be in a negative head space
@@KimWright I hope you keep being super great. Thanks for the videos.
I underwent the same surgery, why is this pain in the hands and nerves to the point of death, can anyone answer it?
Sorry. Don’t understand your question
No unfortunately
@@KimWright It is a very difficult surgical work. I underwent this surgery days ago, and I feel that I have awakened from death. Pain in the nerves and muscles. I wish you a speedy recovery. You are a beautiful girl.
hope you're better
@@ياربيارب-خ7قyou need a new spine fusion it seems 😊
I think you have OPLL.
You could try a spine fusion? 😊
Hey Kim I know exactly how you’re feeling I had C3-C5 fused in November of 2019 and having issues with other levels and stuff, my main symptoms now is turning side to side and when I say this people laugh but it feels like my neck gets tired and I sometimes put on my brace for few minutes to take weight off. But I follow you in IG I’m medicated visualz 🙂
I TOTALLY GET THIS - its like it gets stiff or stuck .. there are times I have to manually move my neck.. Lately I've been having more pain and issues. Just had another MRI - we'll see what dr says
the spine carries 70 lbs of total body weight. the lighter you are the less weight the spine has to bear, im looking at a double fusion. neck and low lumbar. surgery # 5&6. i recovered fully and was hit by a drunk driver. broke all my work out. pain is my name. the therapy after recovery is key so is diet. im suffering. im hopeful.