Neck Surgery | Cervical Discectomy | Nucleus Health

[@gearsofwar3xXx]

I have a friend who just got done with this surgery. I really hope she recovers quickly and has a better quality of life, she was suffering from neck pain and headaches for quite a while.

[@JackAnoff]

gearsofwar3xXx can you share any updates please. I suffer from headaches because of a herniated disc

[@melu0o]

gearsofwar3xXx update?

[@Techgame36509]

@@JackAnoff jam suffer from c4 c6 disc protrusion doctor recommended surgery it is safe pls help me

[@georgemartyn5268]

​@@Techgame36509 no surgery is safe, and you have to figure out your priorities. Is the pain unbearable so much so that it warrants a risk of complications from the surgery, in your opinion? This is ultimately your decision and unfortunately our medicine isn't advanced enough to resolve such issues definitively.

[@pbufh]

No update. She ded.

[@bubblesmageefrompoughkipse7104]

I had mine done a year ago and I've done great! I was in excruciating pain! Headaches that felt like my skull was going to explode. Severe pain down both arms. Pain and numbness then spasms in my hands that would make me scream in pain saying "fingers aren't supposed to be able to do that!!" Unable to walk straight and falling or as I called it doing the Granny stumble looking like a ball in a pinball machine, losing my balance and falling over just waiting for my food to heat in the microwave. Unable to sleep. Constant pain. Then I had my surgery done and was out of pain and all other God awfulness! I can't feel the two stabilizing rods and I have plenty of movement in my neck. Movement is impeded depending upon where along your cervical spine the rods and discs are placed. Dr. Auer was conservative and realistic and said maybe 70%. Man I am swinging along at about 95%!!! I went in on Monday morning and I was home by Tuesday afternoon. I still have some issues with my hands but that's arthritis and I use Aspercreme with Lidocaine and that kicks that pain in the butt like immediately!! I'm going to get my lower back done before the end of year. I'm tired of being in pain and a prisoner of my bedroom!! I want my life back as close to 100% as possible. I highly recommend having this surgery done. My doctor and his staff are AWESOME!! Da BOMB!! 💣💖🤓😷 I did the shots n PT n exercises and piss on it! That didn't put three discs between the 6 discs that were sitting on top of each other. That didn't align all the vertebrae that were not where vertebrae should be. That didn't do shit for the Stenosis that was so bad it was starting to cut into my spinal cord. Bone spurs so big the were digging into the nerves coming out of my spinal column! That's MESSED UP!! Doctors started telling me I had the neck of an 80 year old woman in my early 40s. By the time I was in my early 50s my neck was in it's 90s. Now for my lower back...and dancin' shoes!! I can't wait!!💃👯🕺

[@ben.m6713]

This gives me so much hope!!! I am a 5 years Marine Corps veteran (27years old) and literally want to cry out I am in so much pain. I am terrified of this surgery, but your story brings me comfort and hope of being normal again!

[@Precious1962]

I will just silently scream and cry and say I can’t function. I hope you are better, I have surgery tomorrow; I’m a little apprehensive about messing with my spine.

[@Precious1962]

@Sticky Wicket, I am so glad to get your text. I feel like Im going crazy, I'm in so much pain. I had surgery Dec 11., and my experiance is opposite. I CAN'T FUNCTION. Both forearms hurt, i am extremely weak, lethargic, can't hold neck up, running a fever off and on and having headaches. Plus my incision is leaking. I woke up this morning with pain over my right eye and cant stand the light. At any point did you go to the energency room. My surgeon need not concerned. Not even for antibiotics. In misery....please answer. I'm scared. But this is all after my surgery

[@bubblesmageefrompoughkipse7104]

@@Precious1962 I'd go to the ER if I were running fevers with no antibiotics given after surgery. Immediately after my surgery I had headaches, was in excruciating pain, had weakness in arms etc and it was because I wasn't wearing my cervical collar, moving my head and neck too much because I wasn't wearing my collar, typing on my computer and phone waaay too much because I wasn't wearing my collar etc. That darned thing as uncomfortable as it is to wear I wore it and I'm glad I did because it made all the difference. I guess that's why they give it to us and tell us to wear it...duh! I also did NOT lay flat on my bed or anywhere else. I used 4-5 pillows and reclined back always making sure that my neck/head was supported. Then when I did take that collar off , and I wore that puppy as much as I hated it, it helped!! I made sure to have my neck and head supported at all times. Staying off your computer and phone...typing and texting is also a must for quite a while. Limiting all neck and upper body movement. No reaching, grabbing, lifting, bending over etc. I got one of those grabber reacher things the ones that have like a claw on one end...your doctor should be able to order you one under durable medical supplies...and used that and still do. A heating pad folded over the top of a pillow and resting against my neck was and still is awesome!! Use Aspercreme on incisions for pain. It has Lidocaine in it to numb the pain. I put baskets on my bed: one with snacks/drinks/wet wipes/kleenex etc another with my meds etc and a tray for my little stuff, phone and small pad/pen. I safety pinned 6' charging cables to my sheet so I wouldn't have to reach over and grab the darned things because I only had a 3' cord and it fell on the floor...AGAIN!! Wal-Mart has them for $5-6. If your phone has one of the newer usb charging ports Wal-Mart has adapters for around $3 so you can get the cheaper $5-6 6' charging cables. My clothes are still on my dining room table so I don't have to bend over...lol! I've let go of being an immaculate housekeeper...tooo stressful and I've let go of a lot of other things as well. I did have some fluid retention around my incision right after I got home that freaked me out, however, when I saw my doc that afternoon he removed the bandages and said we'd watch it over the next couple of days. Once I got home later on the fluid began to drain and it was clear, no blood or pus, no fever and no additional incision pain. It drained over quite a few days and the swelling went down and I didn't worry about it because clear fluid, good drainage and no fever plus massive antibiotics immediately after surgery and for 30 days afterwards I think. If I had a fever I would go to the ER. As far as the lethargy and weakness you just had major surgery girl! Are you taking it easy? Seriously easy! Like easier than Sunday morning easy? What meds are you taking? Anything new? If so what are the side effects? I hope this helps you out my dear. I'll keep you in my prayers. My apologies if I sound preachy...yes I do...but I learned these things from my own experience within the first 5-10 days after my own surgery. Once I did or did not do what I was or wasn't supposed to do things became better immediately. I can't stress staying off your phone and computer enough and wearing your collar and keeping your head and neck supported constantly!! Good luck and all the best!!

[@bubblesmageefrompoughkipse7104]

@@ben.m6713 Hi BT please read my reply to Precious1962 as it has some stuff that helped me out right after my surgery. Like when I got home from the hospital. My experiences may help you out as well!

[@EmbarkStudio]

My fiancee just had this done and it was great to see and have a true visual understanding of the procedure. This video is wonderful. Thank You!

[@UMVTV]

How is she? Can she rotate her head?

[@nanobits8665]

Everytime I watch these videos, I keep on getting anxious about my bones...

[@pamwilliams5372]

I had this done on c4, it was shattered by a fall. Approx 3 years later, the metal plate slipped up and caused disc c3 to push into my spinal cord. Emergency surgery had to secure the metal bracket back down where it should habe been and had to put the box where c3 was. Approx 4 years later, I was in a car accident that slung my neck badly to the left and has cause c2 to push into my spinal cord. Does it ever end? I am still walking with severe pain and numbness down both arms but mostly left arm. I'm going to see the top surgeon soon and I am scared to death. Has anyone had this sort of issue? I am a miracle at this point.

[@danieliwuala4011]

So sorry about your condition. May God see you through

[@fallback8314]

jus read your story, would you recommend a fusion?

[@niveditasin]

either come to India and join patanjali shivir haridwar of Baba Ramdev or join yoga classes

[@niveditasin]

@joshua james no dear.come and try once

[@a_sj78]

Pam Williams omg you’ve been through a lot. I hope you’re ok!

[@boeing747200lr]

It's so amazing how we advanced in the field of medicine. Thanks nucleus media

[@adamhosterman4264]

Thanks for the video. I'm having my surgery on c4 and c5 Tuesday next week. I can't wait to say goodbye to the horrible pain. 😉

[@Kazhcha_thepathfinder]

How is now

[@sakenu16]

Any updates after this surgery? Did you go through with it and how do you feel now?

[@adamhosterman4264]

@@sakenu16 I am doing very well. The horrible pain, headaches, numbness and tingling down my arms is gone. I still have tightness in my neck and get massages regularly.

[@sandeepreddy3226]

Can u please mention total cost for it

[@sandeepreddy3226]

Please

[@fettuccine8699]

The verta-*bruh*

[@latishataylor4942]

Bruh 😊

[@THomasJPeel]

Excellent video!

[@billybertrand7261]

Had my second one done November 7. Just waiting for it to heal. It's so much better than the pain

[@ajaybanshkar6680]

I watched both ads because of your wonderful job.

[@samihakeel]

just one question......after the fusion of the two vertebrae with the bone graft ,Won't this affect the movement of these vertebrae ?????....... Btw great job and thanks for sharing

[@1ExplosionsHurt]

***** Of course it will. Every fusion made in the spine will restrict the range of motion.

[@Kodachi112]

1ExplosionsHurt THEN WHAT'S THE POINT OF THE SURGERY?! I'd rather have full range of motion.

[@1ExplosionsHurt]

***** What do you mean what is the point? The point is that you have a major problem if you keep a vertebra degenerating and squeezing your nerves. Weakness numbness paralysis. This saves your life and it provides some quality to it. So yes at the expense of ROM you have a functional body. You can't have everything.

[@Kodachi112]

Well I know you can't have everything, I'm tired of everyone making that obvious statement. I only asked that question for other people wondering. I know it saves your life, I've been studying this for years actually.

[@Blake-pz7jj]

The solution is to have an artificial disc put in the place of the damaged ones. This will maintain range of motion.

[@dbkfrogkaty1]

This is what I am having done in a few days. C4-5, C5-6, and C6-7 vertebra. This should alleviate the pain all down my left arm and on to my hand.

[@lesdillinger4907]

I've seen this first hand, a friend of mine was ambushed and nearly killed. he was paralyzed and got this done from c3 to c7 an emergency surgery, dude has been in pain and unable to function normal for almost a year and a half, he's asking for disability so he can get his life back on track, from what I understand this emergency surgery saved him from being paralyzed so its pretty amazing.. but he's in constant pain. luckily he's strong willed so not on to much pain medicine... I pray for the disability gods to help him out...

[@thesneakyapguy7172]

Having this done on my C6 and C7 on April 29

[@britthobo]

How did everything work out for you... jeff

[@yochillll2672]

Kenneth O'Dell hey how did it go?

[@bloroxcleach896]

He had his spinal cord severed he ded

[@syaffizafrishahrin9452]

@@bloroxcleach896 😭😭😭

[@sharonforcey953]

@@bloroxcleach896 Is this true?

[@zachariahsmith8757]

Which surgery laminectomy or ACDF would be better for Cervical spondylosis which has resulted in multiple vertebral subluxations in the C7-T4 areas, as well as compression of the spinal cord?

[@Khannotakram]

Everyone please don't go for fusion! It's the oldest technique and may make the condition of other discs worse in the neck area. If you ask me go to a good Neurosurgeon and ask for ADR ( Artificial Disc Replacement ). The very first advantage of ADR is that it will still maintain your neck mobility and it mimics the function of an original disc. Secondly, it needs very little time to heal unlike fusion which requires months and which also restricts your natural disc movement. Since it's a new technology, results are only available for the past 10-15 years but they are really promising. You can also check patients who got ADR and enjoying their lives to the fullest. Hope, I helped. BTW I'm 21, and I got my lumbar l1-l2 PIVD microdisectomy 1 week ago. I also have a bulging disc in my cervical area but the problem is not that big and if becomes one in future, I'm surely getting ADR. Please don't rush to a orthopedic surgeon go for a neurosurgeon.

[@starriderkittykat9064]

They have advanced surgery now..where its not so invasive..i Had to have surgery, ive been in agony for over 10 years now,i had Zero quality of life,i stayed in bed for the last 10 years with my arm up on a pillow,and when i say agony, i mean Extreme Agony..and couldn't take it anymore..everything thst happened due to the pain i was in was a domino effect on my life, i lost relationships,divorced, depression, ptsd,then hated going to any store,because i was so used to being alone,in my room..my teeth rotted out because of all the medication i was taking for all those years,the dry mouth they cause,and hated for anyone to look at me,even a dentist thought i was a druggie because of how they looked,i left crying..My injury happened because of someone talking on there cell phone hit the vehicle i was in head on,half my body went through the windshield..and that happened in 1991..so over time the disc compression wore the lining off all the nerves in my neck,..so i had two disc Replaced with steel disc,had two fused and all the others grinded down due to splintered discs pushing into my Cervical cord...like i said,i couldnt take the pain one more day..so i begged my doctor to find a surgeon that took my insurance, and that was a big part on not getting it sooner,now i have arthritis on all the discs the ones that are still there,i have whats called Frozen shoulder because of the nerves.. I am glad I had it done 5 days ago but we will see just how much the nerves quiet down it's going to take time but already I can tell that I'm not in as much pain as I used to be so some people do need it and some don't some people it does get better he told me this and some people because the disk have been compressed for so long that the nerves have been irritated and compress for all those years that sometimes it don't get better it all depends on the patient,i had bulging, herniated discs also so he had to move all the dis to grind them down and put the few that were left back into place

[@gabrielleveneziale9247]

There’s not nearly enough research with ADR for me to trust getting that surgery at 26. They couldn’t tell me where I could be at 40 years old. With a fusion, I well aware of possible outcomes or future complications.

[@shaun64444]

How bout chiro?

[@krishnakadiyam2864]

I think u must be a basket ball player to get such issues at early age

[@zola93]

Hi, I fall on my face and injured my neck in 2016. I have no quality life because I was born with bowed legs and I already had toral surgeries for both knees (still in pain for knee). I could take knee disability because I was born with it, but can’t overcome the neck issue. Where did you do your ADR surgery? In US or abroad?

[@ifoyuda]

omg, so the metal equipment is on our neck? i cant imagine :o

[@newzoran3624]

I am amused too.

[@khx73]

Just home from having this surgery for C5/C6 and C6/C7. Pain is gone! Was terrible down my left arm, and right arm 2 years ago. Debilitating when it flared up. The radiculopathy pain was the worst, but the spinal stenosis was more serious if left untreated.

[@bluespartan5092]

How are you doing now? Did you loose range of motion? Does it still hurt?

[@khx73]

@@bluespartan5092 Didn't lose very much left-to-right... no impact to me. I'm doing great, I don't even think of it anymore. I am so glad I got in for surgery when I did.. 3 days before everything shut down for covid a year ago! Are you considering it?

[@bluespartan5092]

@@khx73 that’s awesome! I’m in so much pain, the only time I’m at 7/10 is when I’m in pain killers, it still hurts but it’s manageable , 4 hours after taking them it goes back to 10/10 where even breathing hurts 😔

[@revivedsoul1099]

I has neck pain for 2 years. Glad this surgery worked for you. Im wondering the MR show you had neck problem, mine didnt show. So womdeing does MR have to show it?

[@khx73]

@@revivedsoul1099 Mine did show spinal stenosis and foraminal narrowing (which caused the painful radiculopathy). The pain I was having was across the shoulders and down arms. If your pain is in the neck, it could be something else. Best talk to your neurologist or neurosurgeon. I doubt they'd do surgery without MRI showing something. I'm not a medical professional, so you need to ask one.

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[@isabelsummers8017]

me too

[@roseviolet_lovesgumball5662]

@@isabelsummers8017 me three!

[@audreyhenderson2776]

I have to have this surgery. Thank you for this video 😊

[@1985-o7g]

How’s ur neck ?

[@audreyhenderson2776]

@@1985-o7g I’m doing well since having the surgery. The spine specialist removed three herniated disc’s and replaced them with three artificial ones. I’m glad I had the surgery because one of the herniated disc’s were pinching a nerve in my left arm and fingers. But not anymore. Thank you for asking 😊

[@sandipgupta8852]

@@audreyhenderson2776 how are u now

[@revivedsoul1099]

Had neck pain for 2 years, feel it mostly on left side. Feeling pressure there. Always have to pop. This is vert scary, putting screw aswell fear of conplicatiom. This is abnormal at the same time happy this exist if it improves lifes. Cause constant pain feels like surviving and not living at times. Going to Ortoped since heard gold standard for neck pain. Hopefully it works out. May we trow the shoes wich gives pain and get brand new ones.

[@johncurtis920]

Question: What does fusing the vertebra together do to mobility and the overall range of motion of the neck? Would not an artificial disk be a more viable solution? Depending on the case, of course. Just wondering.

[@vytautas134]

Fr

[@debasmitde8801]

The joy to be a doctor lies here. Only saviour between patient grave and life.

[@twiceblackpink3944]

Really great this will help me to be a docter

[@Mistfall254]

My biological mother just had a variation of this done a few days ago.

[@pbufh]

Why would you need to write biological?

[@mravismunusamy308]

I underwent this surgery a month ago involving c2-c6. My doctor didn’t ask me to wear neck collars. Surgery done by Prof Dr Dharmendra. Malaysia

[@smoove354]

I’m probably going to have to have the surgery in a couple of weeks! But I also have a partial left torn rotator cuff , so I don’t know how much my shoulder tear is contributing to my neck pain which is a herniated disc at the C 5 level .

[@gimpee8113]

have you done ur surgery yet?

[@smoove354]

@@gimpee8113 no.. i got 6 opinions, 3 said no surgery needed. Other 3 said yes I need it. I’m goin to have it because I can’t take the pain and pain pills 💊 ain’t the answer nor are they really helping. I go next Thursday

[@kiruthikumar779]

@@smoove354 have u done with ur surgery?

[@smoove354]

@@kiruthikumar779 3 Neurosurgeons told me I don’t need surgery nerve not compressed enough .. but 2 others said I do. Mind you I still have severe nerve pain down my left shoulder/ arm.. I’ve exhausted conservative treatment, IM HAVING THE SURGERY F THAT! Pain is unbearable & debilitating.. Jan 5th consult and getting a date !

[@khx73]

@@smoove354 Do it! Best thing I did.. I was in so much pain, two herniated discs removed and fused just as in this video. All done March 2020, so great ever since! Please let us know how you did.

[@zobistone]

had acdf surgery fused in 4 places my right side was messed up (right arm right chest) that feels better now it slightly has switched over to my left side, is this normal post healing 4 weeks after? not numb but like almost like im feeling recompression surgeon said it cant be since he looked at the xray but since they were working back there its possible they touched it nicked it or something i guess my question is can you feel the difference between recompression? vs just surgery post pain/numbness?

[@amrittalukdar5295]

Estimated how much money will cost to do this oporetion??😢

[@rygarq2]

So what about the compressed nerve? Is it done for life? Will the patient ever get hand strength back?

[@venusserafico1161]

How would I know if i needed the surgery? I have straigthening of normal cervical lordosis and it really affects my quality of life

[@JenzDrake]

My surgery is on April 25th for C5 to C6.

[@richardordaz6653]

Jennifer Gonzalez how did your surgery go? I ask because I just got an Epidural for my C5 and C6 if I don’t get relief I will also be having that surgery. Hope you have a full recovery 🙏

[@andreined8463]

Having surgery in a month! How did ur go? Recovery?

[@PickyPickPlay]

I hope you're okay.

[@dcoft4899]

Update?

[@HalimaBelabed968]

How u feel now!

[@mukeshreporter9296]

Thanks

[@stevebrzeski9118]

I had my c4 done after smacking the top off my head at work the blow buckled my neck and crushed my spine it’s been six years since my fusion and I’m in constant pain I’ve a cocktail of meds I take I guess it goes both ways

[@jsmith3964]

My wife is going to have this in the neck area .about a week earlier we found out she has level 4 lung cancer which I thought was causing the pain in her arms and back and numbness. I will post how she does with the sugury I just pray she won’t t have the arms and back hurting so much also about 4 days before this happen she fell face flat as she passed out , I’m praying they can fix things , my question is how much therapy and time of recovery happens before she could return home and just do a few things?

[@Robin6512]

been there. have that. great stuff

[@nuham2988]

I have two questions. First, why does the surgeon have to remove all the Intervertebler disc and not just the part that is protruding? Also, their must be a cartilage between these two bony segments. Or else how would the patient move their neck? That's gonna cost pain.

[@sagarkapasi099]

Nice Question

[@nozomiyomi1039]

Neck surgery is an procedure that remove ruptured disk and bone spurs

[@Minavis_Penguin]

The fact Jeongyeon brought me here

[@tomaso101]

Your videos are very informative. Thanks.

[@nguyenky2687]

Thank you! :))

[@omarrkoroma5164]

Interesting!

[@dibyasubba12]

Thanku 😊😊😊

[@VivekSharma-we9hf]

Any risk while performing this surgery please tell beacuse my uncle will hav operation on monday disc on neck please tell

[@mayankarora2539]

Is he fyn now ?

[@Abdulwahab-we9tz]

The flesh is attached to the cervical. Should I get the operation done by a neurosurgeon or by an orthopedic surgeon?

[@togodbetheglorysj8220]

h/o surgery for cervical disc prolapse people can do hard work ?

[@resisttrump4467]

I am being told by multiple surgeons conflicting information and I have to have surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome. All from a car accident getting rear ended at 60 miles an hour. Nice huh??

[@Abdulrahman-ug5nc]

How did it go

[@eeee-nl3bc]

الحمد الله على كل حال

[@jrchicago9216]

Fusion is old school. It can frequently wear out the discs below and especially above over 6 to 12 years requiring another operation. After a great deal of research, I went to a specialist neurosurgeon in Barcelona Spine who had performed several thousand Artificial Disc implants. They have discs not available in the US. Germany is where the artificial disc was invented in the mid-70s by a woman Olympic Athlete who was also a surgeon. It’s been long known Europe is ahead of the US in artificial disc surgeries. Mine was instantly life changing after decades in pain. After 4 days I walked with ease as a tourist some 15 miles over the next ten days. Had a blast. In the US big Cities will have surgeons who have performed thousands. I.e. Rush Chicago Dr Deutch.

[@gabegarcia6425]

Which disc did you get replaced? How was recovery? Also, how much did you pay not counting travel expenses? I'm considering this option for my cervical herniations

[@jrchicago9216]

Gabe, In 2016 had Lumbar Spinal Kinetics M6L artificial disc implant at L3/4 on top of an old fusion at L4/5 L5/S1 and paid $26k and was able in my case use personal paid medical tax deduction and in 2018 has two ESP artificial discs cervical C5/6 and C6/7 and paid $35k (all USD) at Barcelona Spine Center for Dr Clavel world class neurosurgeon. These costs are all inclusive except for travel and hotel stay. We chose to stay two weeks, they require ten days after surgery date. They include physical therapy and pretravel exam in the flat fee. Had a blast in Barcelona and literally was a tourist- what an outstanding walking City and perfect post surgical workout. Outstanding architecture to look at as well. Had lunch sitting on a patio restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. After the few day lumbar hospital stay, I walked 15 miles over the 10 days after with ease. The cervical has some swelling for a month or so so you swallow in smaller bites. The only thing I would have done differently is save money and have had the lumbar and cervical implants done at the same time, as they both needed it, but lumbar was the MF at the time. I look at it as something I never want to have to address again if at all possible and the couple extra years I would work to pay for it is fine. I have so much more energy and the near immediate relief from MF pain was a blessing long overdue. Not everyone is a good candidate for artificial disc implants. Very good general health, no other disqualification spinal disorders, good bone density (some women have problems with this and must be tested after the age of 40) and for Lumbar artificial discs the belly can’t be obese because the surgeon has to come in next to the bellybutton and there is a cavity access issue. The artificial discs are implanted from the front and in fact it’s not a long operation. No bone to heal like a fusion, fast recovery and far lessened chance of ASD Adjacent Segment Degeneration (that is where fusions wear out the disc above and sometimes below - often some 6 to 12 years later - like my old fusion did). The US surgeons are typically trained in fusion only and don’t have the training from Germany where the epicenter of excellence is in artificial discs. The FDA is slow too. The artificial disc was invented by a women surgeon Olympic athlete in the mid 70’s so the experience has put Europe forefront in this procedure. Europe has better choices in artificial discs like the two I mentioned above not available in the US. If I were to have artificial disc implants in the US, for cervical I would choose the Mobi-C and go to Dr Harel Duetsch at Rush Chicago who has performed over four thousand of these. If you ever need a double level second disc down the road, the Mobi-C is FDA approved for two Adjacent levels. In Europe they can even do four cervical levels probably using the ESP disc from France. Each surgeon will have their own choices of discs so you may be limited is asking for a model they don’t use. I also trust Dr John Hsiang at Swedish Spine in the Seattle area. My preference is a neurosurgeon as it’s a precision surgery and neurosurgeons more often choose least invasive and for example, I can’t find the scar on my neck in a mirror as he put it in the fold line. That to me is care and less problems with scar tissue. Some orthopedic surgeons get more aggressive. I might consider an orthopedic surgeon like Dr Michael Janneson in Denver who has surrounded his career in artificial discs. There are orthopedic surgeons and a couple neurosurgeons at Texas Back Institute (TBI) but I cant comment on them as I don’t know them. The issue in the US is fusion surgeons cut out bone and it does not matter how much as it grows back in for a fusion. However the precision of implant artificial discs surgeries requires exceptional carpentry skills so to speak. Many of the failed artificial discs in the US are due to improper placement or cutting too much bone away - or performing the procedure on patients that were never good candidates. This is what I emphasize, either find the best of the best and consider travel a small inconvenience, or if you can afford it, consider Barcelona Spine as it’s all about getting your life back! I have had chronic back pain for 34 years, originally from a weight lifting accident. These days, The Spine should be viewed as a one time surgery to implant a final solution. It’s not a guarantee, it’s loading the odds in you favor. There are issues when surgeons move the venous cava vein out of the way for anterior lumbar approach where it scars around it and it’s can be a problem in future surgeries surrounding it. Avoiding future surgeries is the goal. The Spine is also the highway and disease risks when you cut open that area is also something you don’t want, so picking an excellent surgeon is important. People that choose convince of proximity of a surgeon over specialty when it’s the Spine are imposing risks, in my opinion. It’s all about get your life back! Btw, Most US insurance will only cover emergencies out of US. Not medical tourism as the expression goes. However, some privately company paid self insured larger companies will cover such an out of US surgery and even pay for travel, because it saves them money. These employers are rare, but some are just more progressive. With that said, I would only do that to see the best of the best. Although rare, people go to low cost surgical centers and end up with serious complications. Dr Clavel at Barcelona Spine Center is in an accredited private hospital. He is a world class neurosurgeon. That pales from popping to Mexico for liposuction.... Best regards.

[@ياربيارب-خ7ق]

Do you recommend surgery? I have surgery in ten days in Europe and I am worried

[@jrchicago9216]

@@ياربيارب-خ7ق It is more scarry before. I remember the day after the surgery standing for the first time and saying "I can feel warmth in my low back now". It was a good surprise. 80% of my pain went away within a couple days.

[@ياربيارب-خ7ق]

@@jrchicago9216 I live in Belgium and I will undergo neck surgery in ten days. I wish you a speedy recovery. Have you ever had a neck cartilage surgery?

[@gaylecheung3087]

Lovely

[@Giltorres88]

how long is the recovery?

[@ahmedalemad3428]

Please someone answer my question what the best country to do this surgery

[@Precious1962]

I am having C-3, 4, 5, 6, and7 done tomorrow. My surgeon has to go in the front and back of my neck. After reading these posts, my surgery seems extensive.

[@ronin7590]

what happened to you? why so many discs?

[@dcoft4899]

Precious, my husband expects the surgery for four discs next week. A bit nervous it could be postponed although it seems "essential" he's in pain and damage could be irreversible 😥 Please let us know how you're post surgery and recovery has been! 🙏

[@yochillll2672]

@@dcoft4899 how did it go?

[@sharonforcey953]

How did the surgery go?

[@Precious1962]

@@sharonforcey953 It was in Dec 2019, but I have not had any problems since I had it.

[@CaboLabsHealthInformatics]

why the fusion? doesn't it prevent the neck to move? what about doing a disc replacement?

[@Tatusiek_1]

ikr, why cant they make an artificial disc?

[@khx73]

It prevents movement just at the one fused joint. You still have the rest. I had two joints fused this way, and still have no issues moving my neck. ADR (disc replacement) isn't always possible.

[@nute742]

Why can't they just remove the "buldge? ( I heard this can be done through a few options: Ultrasound, or laser) - using "Non-invasive" techniques.

[@bloroxcleach896]

God it feels weird watching the bone spurs surgery.. its like I just got the urge to build a wall suddenly.

[@istiqomah_hd74]

Hello, please make a video about ASD😊

[@brentbryan6250]

I’ve got a paralyzed right shoulder because of this

[@brendaflores90]

Is 8:59 pm I have rheumatoid arthritis. Doctor is wanting to do surgery through front of my neck. I am very nervous about it. Is there a chance I can die during the surgery.could I be paralyzed?

[@bellelise.]

Hey I had s/f 4,5,6 almost 3weeks ago and I'm doing very good I'm a bit worried about one thing. Toight had an interesting thing happen to one of my thumbs ...so it was bad before surgery but tonight it suddenly "felt " numb again not quite like before but similar. I'm wondering if its is the nerves starting to do the things they are meant to do- and hadnt done for many years before surgery ... and maybe I'm connecting this feeling with what I've experienced the most of (15years) and more recently as well eccept tonight. What do you think?

[@jrchicago9216]

How are you doing? You had a three level fusion, right?

[@Orisha1986]

I’m waiting to hear if my 5/6 will be done. I’m so over being in pain. Has anyone had this surgery and found it a success?

[@Orisha1986]

@SHADRACK SONIE thank you for letting me know

[@khx73]

Best thing I did.. I was in so much pain, two herniated discs removed and fused just as in this video. All done March 2020, so great ever since!

[@RaulRodriguez-vt5dc]

I need to have this done, and I’m scared.

[@Khannotakram]

Bro, try to consult a neurosurgeon and ask for ADR

[@Khannotakram]

Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR)

[@RaulRodriguez-vt5dc]

@@Khannotakram I talked to two neurosurgeons and both said I am not a candidate for ADR. I go in next week for acdf on c5-6 and c6-7.

[@gabegarcia6425]

I'm also herniated from C5-C7. Can you please update after surgery? If possible can we exchange email so I can follow up directly? I'm at [e-mail]

[@jasontaft1561]

my name is Jason Taft and I went to my doctor appointment and that was a neck and spine surgery doctor and I'll need neck and spine surgery I found that out today with my mom and I'm scared to and also I have ms and I'm 41 and my wife left me 4months ago and when I go for this surgery done I'll be bed rest 4 3 months or 4 months

[@kellyann5587]

I am going to have this done. I am kinda afraid.

[@aureaalconera]

Hey. Have you done it? How did it go? Prayers!

[@pbufh]

He died from it.

[@Loutch1982]

Having this done tomorrow. C4-C6 😬

[@AnomicRayne]

Im having to schedule for c5-c7 within the next 6 months. Please let me know how your recovery goes

[@Precious1962]

Prayers!

[@MrKennyfook1]

Di u go well?

[@sharonforcey953]

How did this go?

[@sandipgupta8852]

@@Precious1962 how are u

[@andycrossfit2101]

Delay it as long as possible. Be careful with doctor who mostly after our money. My doctor told me , he would take care of 2 problems in my neck C3-C4 and c5 to c6. In the end , He took only one. after operation , he told me the other one is still Ok. Now I have problem w the other one.....I am scared to go for operation again....very scared

[@christinegrunert168]

Omg, watching this is so scarry cause mom is going to do this!

[@amberrenoylds3063]

how did it go? i’m in the same situation, nervous ...

[@meherkartheek8222]

What will happen if C6 complete collapse..? Explain

[@SultanSaad]

omg that would be so dangerous :(

[@scottcheg1832]

Who’s here because of EDGE

[@AndyTorres00]

lmaooooo I am

[@bkaMuxxie]

Mike Hunt thought I was the only one😂

[@michaelh102]

Holy Fucking Shit! Has nobody told you of a better way to go?

[@jacquelinelea]

No wonder I have worse pain prior to surgery 2 yrs ago. I didn't have any of this done. Just removed part of my disc. 😒

[@akshatmishra0724]

Carbikal ka operation kese hota h anetiyesa kese dete h

[@aryankalebere4800]

Does not the metal plate restrict the movement? Plz tell if anyone knows

[@MikeyBAAZ]

I'm got a pinch nerve in the right side but it's not numb I'm nervous it's a first ever surgery

[@waikienlim3562]

骨骼依靠什么发育生长就是保健的营养体质

[@emailsammich]

SCP-173 likes that

[@redcarnotaurus323]

Why am I here at 12 AM?

[@cameronb9159]

I almost had to have neck surgery cause of a ruptured eardrum. I went home with much confusion.

[@crdfr]

Here cuz curious abt what happened to Twice Jeongyeon

[@waikienlim3562]

骨骼的发育体质就是保健治疗的体质。。

[@wendystephens6332]

Hi there Pam William

[@Kuhtlass]

This looks ignorant. A plate and screws? You wouldn't be able to move your neck back and forth.

[@VantaVoid7]

Ascendant what are you talking about??? Ignorant? How? Yes you can move your neck...obviously the range will just be to a lesser degree than before.

[@jesuslovesyou-rt1nk]

Thats waa what i was thinking

[@Khannotakram]

You're absolutely right. It will surely restrict your neck movement plus will put more pressure on other discs. Ask for an ADR (Artificial Disc Replacement) it is the best choice now

[@offdahnggaksayangv6843]

That is right:

[@offdahnggaksayangv6843]

Wow.

[@dhaufjebzjchseis3828]

haha well this is gonna be fucken fun

[@capnhands]

can you do anything for C5 spinal cord injury?

[@paramountelite2282]

Stem cell injections and probably surgery. But Stem Cells can help to repair the spinal cord. Along with diet, and time. It's wild, but true.

[@bassamalbasha4677]

لماذا لم يتم تطوير الجراحة بل اضواء ثلاثية الأبعاد ودقة الأضواء المولونة

[@victorvest6668]

C6 C7 is hearieated my life would never be the same I don't know whether to comment suicide or not

[@ياربيارب-خ7ق]

شو فهمتلي من هل جراحه وين هاي باي دوله

[@AO-jv5vj]

By this video, i'll be surgeon.

[@vrexordkiller-_-5450]

Why did people dislike this

[@julietteSoul]

Is the metal plate always necessary? This seems like a general explanation for various problems, I dont get it🤷🏻‍♀️

[@ethanthompson9569]

That seems like such an ignorant procedure. Is there no way to fix the disc? Why must one remove the whole thing in order to solve the problem

[@khx73]

No way to "fix" a destroyed disc... they can be replaced with an artificial one, but it's not always possible.

[@alfredistrefaj1406]

2020 got me fuckup

[@none5129]

Vertabruh

[@ommarbaba8090]

Pretty sure this is not cervical discectomy

[@robothecoolguy]

Why the fuck did I get neck surgery recommended

[@ATLTraveler]

No fucking way I'd ever get this done

[@dlarp_6528]

You would if you were in the pain I am

[@luukbudel618]

brah

[@ardi5248]

Vertebruh

[@Captinaturoh]

Why am I, an economic student doing here?

[@diego.noriegaa]

Arfo SD change your mine

[@Captinaturoh]

@@diego.noriegaa about?

[@diego.noriegaa]

Arfo SD what u wanna do for a living ¿