I appreciate all of the replies. I am much better off than before the surgery. I go on Monday for my 3 month check with the OSS. I am hoping for some bone growth when they take x rays. I'll keep my fingers crossed. Swallowing has gotten much better. I feel that after wearing the bone stimulator it gets worse. I called the company and they said that is the case for some people as it increases the blood flow which in turn causes inflammation. So I wear it for an hour at a time no where near meal time. Most days I get the 4 hours completed, but not always as I do not wear it in the classroom when I teach. My ROM has gotten better with PT. Weather still plays a part in stiffness and achiness. Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend as our weather improves.