My surgery was on Sept 24, 2009. It was a struggle fo rme in the beganing trying to make a decision. I feel that I made the right decision before the problems got to far out of control. I had a 3 level Acdf with instrumentation. I feel good and amazed with my recovery. I am experienceing migrane headaches right now. But nothng can compare to the pain had to endure daily. I just want to say be confident in what decision you make and have faith that it will all work out for you. This is no an easy decision to make and the recovery time requires much patience. So good luck I will keep you in my prayers.