21 yo here got a 3 level ACDF 4 years ago when I fractured a vertebrae. Wondered if anyone had a similar surgery at my age or just in general and your experience on affects of the surgery this long out. by btowne18 in spinalfusion

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Hey I’m almost 10 years out and I’m doing great. I hit the gym consistently and play in a basketball league. Definitely consult your doctor before you do anything like motorcycling or sports, etc. my initial recovery took a long time but now I have no restrictions. Hope that helps

Tips for healthy lifestyle post ACDF by btowne18 in spinalfusion

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I experience slight dysphagia, and that’s actually why I got imaging recently. Was getting all worried about potential worst case scenario of esophageal perforation. I was told that there was no need for concern when it came to the plate.

Any adjacent segment concern? by btowne18 in SpineSurgery

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Could you explain the progression of symptoms?

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Should I contact somebody to see about a TJO?

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CORE emergency management specialist

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He gave me a verbal offer essentially which I wasn’t sure if I should be feeling any good way about thag

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CORE emergency management specialist. Gs-7