Yes, it is the same for me. Lots of creaking in the neck, some shoulder pain, pain below the level of fusion T1-2-3. Will never be able to look over my shoulder for driving. I have to undo seatbelt and "turn" around to look.
I am an artist, so looking down is a real issue. I use a high bench, and Easel to do anything at all. I have to adjust what I do all the time. I am 3 years out this coming August. Looking up at the night sky, I only do laying down on the ground. I guess this is all better than the horror my neck was before.
How long since your surgery now? ginnie