Hey guys I'm almost three most post op two level Acdf fusion with discectomy. I had c3-4 and c4-5 fused. I had to wear a hard plastic neck brace for three weeks full time and then another final 5 weeks just during waking hours.
I have now been out of the brace for four weeks and am having lots of difficulties with pain and getting to sleep.
I have seen a Physio Therapist three times now and have started strengthening exercises. My neck feels very twingy in most directions and gives a sharp pain when moving up and down more so than left and right. My neck is also extremely stiff and almost unmovable in the mornings and at night.
I take 25mgs of lyrica twice a day for only a week now and no noticeable improvements yet. I was supposed to go back to work a month ago but not a chance at this stage.
Having a catchup with the neurosurgeon next Monday and have only had one follow up X-ray.
My condition is degenerative and I am only 39. I have many spinal anomoloies and most of my bones in the neck aren't formed properly.
Anyone experiencing similar things. From what I've read I'm definitely not alone.
Pain is driving me bonkers and would appreciate a chat in this forum as I'm new to this.