I had c5 c6 fusion on November 1, 2008 and now have more of a burning sensation in shoulders with almost total numbness of both arms and hands. Including almost total loss of fine motor skills of left hand. Had surgery due to numbness of left side and MRI found that the c5 and c6 had totally "flattened" out putting pressure on spinal cord. Now the problems are worse than prior to surgery. Also have been dealing with numbness in both feet for almost 3 years. Still taking Neurontin (1800 mg day), along with Vicodin and Fetynal patch for pain and Relafen for arthritis issues. NS says that spinal issues caused by arthritis