Hope you are doing well.

It’s been 2 months for me now. Feb 10 till today Apr 10. Feels really good. Doing therapy but still limited on how much I can lift. The scar has really gone down. I can move my head around really easy with no pain. No pain meds either. The hardest thing is not doing any of my chores or tinkering in the garage. But I just don’t want to hurt it till it’s all healed. Hope you’re doing better now. 👍

Which Dr. performed your TDR in Denver?

@@yedid9 Dr Angela Bohnen. She’s with Neurosurgeryone.orrg In Littlton.

Maybe we can exchange recovery stories. Wishing you blessings with your surgery 🙏

I’m 60 you will be fine it’s May 2022 right now I had 3 removed in February… Hell no it wasn’t easy my first two weeks are still a blur but I got through it. My body is healing go slow I wore my support for almost 2 months still on long drives I’m in support and slept with a support for a while. Now I’m at the working out stage and gaining my neck muscles back. I still worry about the long term effects and should I injure my neck could this metal do further damage, only time will tell.

How did it work out for you?

Hi, Good luck on your surgery, Everyone heals differently. Just listen to your body and your Dr. Speedy recovery to you. Yes, I am 100% pain free.

@@highroller777 Oh, thank you so much for responding! It kooks like May 5th will be my day. I can't wait!

Hello Thax for sharing I got operated 4months now but still pain at the end of the day??? What about you??

@@tamalike2073 I'm so sorry to hear that you're still having pain. My surgery date got pushed to June 22nd, but I am 100% pain free related to my herniated disk. However, I sometimes do feel pain at the end of the day like you do, but this pain is very different. Mine is now just muscular pain from muscle tension and Ibuprofen usually takes it away. I hope that's all that yours is. The pain down my arm and shoulder blade, and my chronic headaches are all gone. I used to wake up with migraines regularly because I would sleep with my neck kinked, but I have not had one single headache since my surgery.

Good luck, Don't be nervous and don't over think this. Listen to your Dr. and your Body.

How did you feel? I have mine next week

@@jonalanm1540 I had mine 3 days ago. The biggest issue is it feels like I am choking when drinking and eating. It's not a good feeling to choke on my saliva.

Not sure where in New England you are at, but My Dr is Dr. Ozuna at sports medicine north. Love him, He listened to me when other Dr's didn't. He knew I didn't want the fusion done, wanted to keep full movement. I can say I'm happy I had this done. I went 10 years with my pain and symptoms. If pt and other treatments didn't help you. Disk replacement may help. Good luck.

Héllo ?? Thax for sharing This , i was done just recently in France ?? But I ddnt heard replacing it once ?? Light me more ?? Do they replace after time u guys ??thax a lot 🙏🙏

Hope you are doing well.

How did your surgery go Troy?

My surgery was a success. Took about 2 weeks before I was back in the gym lightly working out. Did experience some right, partial vocal cord paralysis for about 6 weeks, which is a common side effect when multiple levels are involved. Pain and range of motion resolved quickly post-op. Give yourself about 2-6 weeks post op (*depending on prior health and fitness) and you should feel about 90-95% recovered hopefully. Good luck.

I was scared too. Everyone heals differently. Just listen to your body and your Dr.

@Jocelyn how are you doing now?

Glad you are doing good. I agree the neck brace isn't fun. I however only needed to wear mine to be able to get some sleep. Or if I was in the car, just for peace of mind incase we were in an accident. My Dr. didn't really recommend it. Wish you well.

@@highroller777 thank you..

Best of luck! Wishing you well.

Good luck with your surgery. I am fully recovered. Quicker than I expected to be. Of course everyone is different in their healing times.

How did it go? I'll be getting this surgery soon

@@louisj4645 I wish I did it earlier to be honest.

Me too 10 days post and I'm doing well ...wish you well

@@mariancornelia3132 the three months after my surgery were a good chance to re-align my priorities in life. I took long walks every day for a couple of months and spent a lot of time in reflection. It was pretty emotional and scared me at the time. I was eager to get off the pain killers because there's a history of opiate abuse in my family, but the long walks were a blessing. It's a great time to re-value life. I did have the sensation of a lump in my throat for a long time but it subsided and eventually went away. Best wishes for a steady recovery.

@@nledelnr thank you do much I too have to get off the opiods another hurdle to jump but I'm confident . God bless you

Hope your surgery went well. :)

Tlb how did the surgery go? Mine is in 10 days! Oct 27th

Also at texas baylor spine & joint

I hope you are recovering well. We all heal differently. Give it time :)

I told my Dr I still wanted full mobility, the Mobi C is what he told me about. I trusted my Dr. So glad that I did. I'm 2 years post op and I sometimes forget I even had it done. I have no restrictions.

Thank you, Good luck on your surgery. everyone heals differently. I'm not going to lie, after surgery I had a lot of pain. But it was tolerable with Tylenol during the day and the pain pills at night to sleep. I'm not one to take pain pills. Just listen to your body and your Dr. If you have difficulty with swallowing I recommend a liquid diet until you are comfortable with solid foods. Ice pops will be your friend for sure. If your Dr doesn't prescribe a hard cervical collar You might want to get one to help support your neck while you sleep, I found sleeping in a recliner was easier than laying down. Hope this helps.

I am feeling great. I sometimes forget I even had the surgery done. Until I see the scar. But as far as pain goes. There isn't any. :)

Good luck, If you already had the surgery I hope you are doing well.

@@highroller777 Not yet. Surgery was put on hold for a few months. Was I relieved yes, but I could have had it over with right. Still nervous...

@@2dimepiece Awe don't be too nervous. Just think of how pain free you will be. Wishing you the best.

@@highroller777 Thank You Dear 🙂

My numbness was pretty much gone right after. My issue with the throat was the problem, So that probably counter acted any other pains I had. 2 years post opp now and I sometimes forget I even had the surgery done. No pains at all.

How long before you could drive?

Hi, I am 100 percent recovered. I only had the 2 disks done. But I am glad I had it done. I do not have the numbness and pains that I had before surgery. The voice is back 100 percent, however it didn't help my ability to carry a tune...lol Take care.

Sending positive thoughts. Give yourself time. Make sure you get out and walk. It's good for the healing process. Take care.

I just had mine a week ago. Walking dies help too, but I get exhausted quick and the pain in the upper back and neck return. I'm just going to take it easy and not go back to work too soon.

Thank you, 11 weeks post op now. And I feel great. I am cleared to do everything.

highroller777 just found out today that I need two cervical discs replaced. I am terrified. Your video and comment has eased my mind a little. Thanks for sharing your experience.

@@unlikeavirgin I was scared too. But if I had to do it all over again I would. My neck feels great. No more numbness and pain down the arm. Everyone heals differently. Just listen to your doctors and your body. Your body will tell you if you are over doing it. Pain wasn't too bad. I wish you well and a speedy recovery.

Sports medicine north in Mass. Dr Ozuna. I have zero complaints.

Hi Kim, I am completely pain free. The disks worked well for me, I can honestly say. No restrictions. Honestly the pain sucked. I can not tolerate prescription pain meds well. So I relied mostly on Tylenol and Advil mix. The high test pain pills were mostly for just for sleeping. Was only on them for maybe 5 days. Pain wasn't bad for me. Everyone is different though. Thanks for the comment.

Perfect. I sometimes forget I even had the surgery done. I wish you well.

Hi, I can honestly say I am happy I had this done. The pain and numbness is all gone. I can now move my neck without pain, so much better than before the surgery. I feel I have no limitations. I do have a light scar. but it does not bother me.

@@highroller777 thanks. But specifically can you move your neck as good as before you had the pain and issues? As good as your originally healthy neck?

@@aparikh85 Sorry, I think you missed what I already wrote, But I'll copy and paste ;) I can now move my neck without pain, so much better than before the surgery.

Hi, it's been awhile since my surgery, I don't remember having any numbness in my fingertip and mouth at all.

If I remember, I think I waited a month before I started to drive. I don't like to drive much anyway. :)

Hi, My Dr is Ozuna, Sports medicine north. I highly recommend him.

I have insurance. If I had to pay for the full surgery it was something in the ball park range of 50000

Hi, I feel great. July will be a year PO. I can honestly say I feel great. No more pain, No more numbness. Won't lie, first couple weeks after surgery wasn't pleasant. But it was well worth it. Good luck on your surgery.

@@highroller777 Thanks so much for the reply. Going in the day after tomorrow... kinda nervous.

@@highroller777 so my surgery went well. It's been about 6 days. My biggest struggle is being able to breathe while I'm sleeping at night. I do have a recliner now and it's getting better but I'm wondering if you could tell me how long you had to sleep in an inclined position? You said that you had to sleep on the couch but did you sit up on the couch? I've really struggled with my breathing partly because of the collar and also because my neck is a little fat and I snore. So I gasp for air sometimes when I'm sleeping if I'm laying down because of this recovery.

"How long is it good for" Good question. One that I didn't even think to ask. Right now I've been pain free for 2 years. If I get 8 more years It's worth it. If I need it done again in my 60's I'd probably do it again. Living pain free and med free is worth it. (my opinion of course)

@@highroller777 I’m happy for you! I’m unfortunately not a candidate since my herniation is at c7-t1. Since t1 does not move and minimal movement at c7, fusion is recommended. I’m trying a few more things before I cave in for the fusion. I fear the 30% chance of developing adjacent joint disease or problem in 10 years. In addition, my surgeon said he needs to also do a corpectomy of my c7. Enough for me to not be in a rush especially since I’m fortunately 95 plus percent pain free. Just the paresthesia here and there.

I want to say it was a couple of hours. I really don't remember that day. I when in in the morning and was home by I think it was 2 in the after noon. I'm not one to stay in the hospital very long. Good luck on your surgery. wish you well.

I can not answer your question, I am not a Dr. sorry

Did you have fusion done, or disks replaced? I did what my Dr. told me to do.

It called ACDF I had c3 c7 5 level everything is new

@@jlutie2943 Ah, yes acdf requires the neck brace, Mobi C disk is what I have. I just had brace for my comfort for sleeping and security in the car the first few weeks.

Did you or are you having problems swallowing solid food I'm still having problems 🍔

@@jlutie2943 I did the first few weeks. I'm 100% better now. Has your Dr recommended an ENT yet?

For me I can say it was worth it. I have no regrets having it done. I am pain free.

I just had c5-6 replaced 3 weeks ago. The recovery has been less painful than the original injury was! In my case my doctor recommended going forward with the surgery before there is more permanent damage done so I can have the optimal recovery, but also because having a large herniation creates a higher risk of severe injury should you be so unfortunate to be in an accident involving whiplash, etc. it’s definitely worth talking to a doctor about, if you haven’t yet. Best wishes to you.

If I understand your question, I am 100% happy with my result.

Hi, Thank you for stopping by, I can tell you that I am very happy I had this done. Yes the voice is back to 100%, all of the numbness I had is now gone, I sometimes forget I even had the surgery, I do still have a scar, But I am not bothered by it. Listen to your Dr's and listen to your body when recovering. Good luck and speedy recovery.

Thank you and God bless I’m so happy to hear that I’ve just been receiving a lot of negativity my friends and family about the surgery and I’m tired of the numbness running down my arm my argument is some improvement is better than no improvement but thank you again stay safe

@@highroller777 oh man that’s great to hear. I can’t imagine not having neck pain and numbness at this point.

I got the bill, a bit sticker shock...lol just about $35,000. Thank goodness for insurance, my copay was $150.00. (others may vary) I will say if your doc wants you to have a hard cervical collar, it is more expensive if you get it through them. They billed insurance about 500.00, I had to pay 180.00. Then of course I had multiple low copay's for office visits. haven't seen a bill yet for the two follow up xrays as of date. Hope this helps.

@@highroller777 Wow 35,000 with your insurance

@@highroller777 and after you only paid 150 dollars

@@jarviusgregory5433 Yes, 150.00 is all I have to pay for the surgery.

How are you doing 5 months later?

Hi, No this did not affect the rotator cuffs. I did have an impingement in left shoulder, but Not neck related I don't think. I've been completely pain free since neck surgery. I can't tell you what may be wrong, An MRI and good Dr should tell you.

@@highroller777 Thanks. I am from uk and getting a good doctor is near impossible. Most just want to dose you with pain killers and send you away to get a higher turnaround.

Sorry just saw you have another video, I'll check that out.

Hi, I feel great. July will be one year PO. And I can honestly say it was worth it. No more pain and numbness, Yes My pins and needles did go away right after. I wont sugar coat it, the first few weeks after surgery wasn't pleasant. But everyone heals differently, Just listen to your body, don't over do it (like I did) You should heal up quite nicely.

@@highroller777im glad your feeling great, thats good news! so my dr told he'll give me an epidural next week. Hes saying it's a 50/50 chance it will work since the disk is larger then usual. Did your doctor recommend surgery right away, or did you try physical therapy to try and reset the disk?

@@zerorootx I went 10-12 years with the pain, numbness and neck issue. PT didn't work for me. I tried the pain management path too, Injection in the spin. That made things worse me me, It may help you, it may not. (I'm not a dr.) I basically told him, I was tired of it all and what could be done, He suggested surgery with the mobi c because I still wanted to retain full movement. Then covid hit. So I had to wait longer, He knew I was ready when we both decided surgery was the way to go.

Hi, I did have general neck pain, in the back of the neck, more muscle pain. Dr did say that was normal, And it did go away after a week. No tingling or pain down the arm from the original pain from the herniated disks. (I do have shoulder impingement, that causes some pain in upper arm, not neck related) I used a heating pad on my upper back/neck, Did wear the neck brace to elevate some discomfort. My biggest issue after the surgery was more of my throat. About 3 months out now. Cleared to do normal activities. Scar is there, but I'm not concerned about it. Throat gets tight every now and then. Take it easy, and listen to your body. Everyone heals differently. And don't be stubborn like me and let people help you :)

@@highroller777 thank you for replying. I am sure what I am feeling is all normal healing process. I am taking it as easy as I can. Staying with my parents for a few days because I need help taking care of my 2 year old. I'm looking forward to feeling much better! My throat is giving me some issues as well. I woke up this morning with what looked like a blood clot in the back of my throat. And feels like a flap is in my throat...maybe swollen. I'm glad you are doing so much better.

@Charles Wetherspoon not great. My left arm numbness has improved. But ever since surgery I have had this strange sensation in my neck with an enormous amount of pressure. Almost like my body is very aware of a foreign object in my body and doesn't like it. I have pressure headaches at the base of my skull that throb into my left temple pretty much daily. I have a hard time getting comfortable when trying to sleep...my neck just hurts and feels like something is not right inside. It is hard to describe a lot of the sensations that I have...but I have not felt right since surgery and pretty much regret it. I've had more problems with pain and new tinglingand numbness that was not there before surgery. For example, my right arm gets tingly and numb since surgery but was never a problem before surgery. I also have had extreme shortness of breath ever since surgery accompanied by this strangling sensation in my throat. I feel like a flap in my throat is closing when it should be opening. I have seen SO MANY specialists for all the problems I've had since surgery and no one has been able to pinpoint exactly what is going on. But I saw a second neurosurgeon for a second opinion and he said he absolutely believes some additional damage of some kind was caused during my surgery. They just haven't been able to figure out what yet. I am definitely not one of the cases where someone woke up from this surgery feeling tremendous relief. This has been a very hard year for me and has costs me THOUSANDS of dollars trying to figure out how to fix whatever is wrong now.

@@kellyridgeway172 hope things resolved for you. I'm in your boat post op. I have alot more pain in my shoulder and arm than when I went in. I'm 9 days post op

@@christinebotelho8304 I'm sorry you are dealing with pain. I will say my pain did eventually resolve. I ended up having some other issues that are still on-going since surgery...but they appear to be muscular damage from where they moved everything out of the way at the front of my throat to get to my spine. But my pain did get better after a few months. I HIGHLY recommend massage therapy if your doctor says it is ok to start that. I started getting massages a few months ago specifically around my front, side and back neck muscles. It has given me a LOT of relief.

Jenny have you had both front and back ? I am schedule to have C5-6 Anterior Discetomy late October . And C7- T1 to be done posterior in upper back per my Surgeon . So I was curious were you having both done on single day .