Hi there

I've just joined this forum. I had a c5/6 disectomy and fusion four days ago (complication arising from a wave ski riding accident four weeks ago when I also compression fractured L5). I am a mountain biker, rock climber and paddler. I know that I have to be pretty immobile for the first month and wear my neck brace, but am wondering how long I need to wait until getting back into robust sports. I'm also wondering what sorts of training and exercise I can do and how soon. Anyone with any advice or references / weblinks in this regard?

Many thanks

Mark

welcome to neurotalk ... there are lots of friendly and supportive people here so jump right in and start posting ... should you need help, don't hesitate to ask someone ... we are here to help ... here is the link to the spinal disorders and back pain http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum22.html ... i hope it helps ... again

Hi Mark, and welcome to NeuroTalk! This is a great place to hang out with lots of friendly and helpful people.

I'm sorry I can't help you with ideas for exercise, but maybe someone will come along who can answer your questions.

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Great to see you have come to be with us. Just let us know if we can be of any help. We are all here to assist each other as possible.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around.

Darlene