Neck Surgery and healing

**daves120** · 08-29-2013, 09:43 AM

Hey folks, realize I do not post much but visit the forum as time allows. Somehow, about 3 weeks ago I injured my neck. Based on the comment from the neurosurgeon, the disc between C4 and C5 "exploded" and was impinging on the spinal cord.

I have been in extreme pain for timeframe and feeling much better now. Surgery was yesterday morning and felt pain free when I woke up. Now there is some minor pain and was told that is to be expected over the next few weeks. Just have to take it easy and not pick up anything over 3 lbs for the next 2 weeks.

Looking forward to getting back to detailing soon. Hopefully can start washing my vehicles in about a month. Will admit it sucks driving around in a dirty vehicle but will live with it for now. Don`t trust anyone else to wash.

Take care folks,

Scott

**Paul Mitchell** · 08-29-2013, 11:29 AM

Sounds like you had a very successful surgery. Follow the doctor`s orders and you`ll be detailing soon.

**Stokdgs** · 08-29-2013, 12:29 PM

Scott -
So sorry that this had to happen, and extremely glad that your had successful surgery and hopefully, will heal up soon.

Please know that we care and prayers are being offered up for you and your family`s behalf.

Take good care !
Dan F

**tropicsteve** · 08-29-2013, 05:04 PM

hope you get better soon scott. did they have to do a fusion or were they able to just trim away the offending disc ?

**sprocketser** · 08-30-2013, 07:23 AM

Get well soon mate .

**Pats300zx** · 08-30-2013, 08:20 AM

Get well soon !!!!

**daves120** · 08-30-2013, 12:36 PM

Originally Posted by tropicsteve

hope you get better soon scott. did they have to do a fusion or were they able to just trim away the offending disc ?

It was a fusion. The disc was removed and a spacer block inserted and then a metal plate screwed into C4 and C5. Doc stated this would have very little mobility loss. Mainly just looking over my right shoulder as when backing up my truck.

**tropicsteve** · 08-30-2013, 01:03 PM

Originally Posted by daves120

It was a fusion. The disc was removed and a spacer block inserted and then a metal plate screwed into C4 and C5. Doc stated this would have very little mobility loss. Mainly just looking over my right shoulder as when backing up my truck.

i had 3 levels in my cervical spine damaged also. they could only fuse 2 levels safely though, but it worked and that was 20 yrs ago. so hang in there scott, things will get better.

**JSFM35X** · 08-30-2013, 02:18 PM

feel better

**Todd@RUPES** · 09-05-2013, 10:02 AM

Hey Scott, glad to hear that the surgery went well. A dirty vehicle, after going through surgery, is the least of your worries although I like were your priorities are at!

**daves120** · 09-05-2013, 07:57 PM

Thanks everyone. There is increasing discomfort in my right shoulder again and am sure it is due to me being too active. So, after work I just take it easy and utilize the heating pad. Talked to the nurse at the doc`s office and we will make some changes to the medicine when I go in next week. Been instructed to lift no more than 3 pounds and no pushing or pulling activities.

This coming weekend will be spent relaxing and watching tv, and perusing detailing forums. It is hard to not do much but am learning to slow down and let people help me. Trying to talk my brother into washing both the car and truck this weekend.

To be honest it has been humbling to have a group of friends who have helped me do the simple things. For example, go to the grocery store and help cook meals. Now if someone would volunteer to clean the bathroom I will have it made.

Thanks again folks and hope everyone is having a great day!

**GearHead_1** · 09-05-2013, 10:19 PM

Originally Posted by daves120

Thanks everyone. There is increasing discomfort in my right shoulder again and am sure it is due to me being too active.

All I can do is sympathize with you. I can honestly say I know the feeling when it comes to shoulder pain. Had one totally rebuilt in January and the other replaced in May. My shoulder pain has been every bit as bad as my knee replacement and spinal fusion pain a few months out. It just jumps out an grabs you about every other minute. Hang in there, they tell me time heals these things.

**Lou Bunn** · 09-06-2013, 10:14 AM

I`ve had 3 discs in my lower back rupture and a 4th one bulge out. And I hadn`t been near Gold`s Gym since the Reagon era! I guess age and thinking I was stronger than I am got the better of me. Take the doc`s advice! You have to heal, and it takes time. Don`t rush, trust me, starting over ain`t no joy at all. Me? didn`t need surgery, just a bunch of pills, therapy and time. Good luck bro!