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Old 03-31-2007, 12:40 PM
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Default does your neck feel normal after prodisc-C?

For those that have had the courage to go through a cervical prodisc-C replacement - looking a few months past surgery - does your neck feel like a normal neck in the way it moves, sounds etc. afterwards?


really appreciate any replies,

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Rob
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Old 03-31-2007, 05:45 PM
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Rob, I sent you a link to a patient story (not public yet) about a patient with an excellent recovery. As I said in the email, I've seen the flip side too, but for the most part, recoveries from the smaller surgeries tend to go well.

I've not heard reports about creaking or grinding... funny feelings may be more common, especially if disc height and spinal mechanics are substantiall changes. Then, all the musculature and surrounding / supporting structures are being called upon to support you in a different configuration... may take some getting used to. (Jenni-4 was so much taller after her 4-level surgery that her old neck brace was all loose and floppy.)

Best of luck... I hope to hear great news!

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