Originally Posted by mg neck prob

I know I was exeact same way scared to death. My recovery was great and I really didnt need pain medication afterwards. I was happy just to fianlly sleep. Before surgery little no sleep no life and extreme pain. I was very stressed before surgery Im single just built brand new home I have a very demanding job ---I feared I wouldnt be able to care for myself and loose everything I worked hard for 25 yrs. I was lucky. I was well aware not everyone has been this lucky. Your right its a picnched nerve on c5 but the problem is I havent been offered no treatment---its been going on for months. Dr said you might just have to live with it ...ughhhh. I just wonder if they opened up the forminal canal wide enough where the nerve passes thru ?? Before your surgery you will see your dr even if its for a sec....I would mention it to him that itss concern because nerves are painful. I went to one of the best hospital is Ohio---however its a teaching hospital not sure if your is? If it is-- insist the only one you want cutting on you is the surgeon you chose. I will keep you in my prayers that you have the best results possible. Please post afterwards as I would like to see how your feeling. I knows its hard but try to stay postive. Look forward to being pain free finally!!