Hi, Just wanted to chime in, Im here in NYC, just had level2 ACDF on the 28th of Jan.
It was supposed to be level one, surgeon and neurosurgeon changed mind in the OR. I had severe right arm/hand pain, burning for a long time. Was losing use of the hand and arm most recently. I will say this; the surgery has completely cured that. My hand and arm are perfect!
Be prepared for pain though! Today is one week, and the pain is still there in the neck area. But most bothersome is my throat. It was fine in the hospital, so was my voice. This got worse three days ago. I can barely swallow water and I feel like food is coming up and stuck there.
Still on pain meds, I will be going to see the Doc today because I cannot sleep nor eat at all with this throat. At least the main objective was successful