Spinal fusion is used to fuse together two, three or more vertebrae of the spine. This prevents them from moving independently of one another. During spinal fusion surgery, small pieces of bone and various types of hardware are used to secure the vertebrae, preventing any further movement.
During the recovery period, you will remain in the hospital for two to three days, depending on how extensive your procedure was. As you continue to recover, you will experience generalized pain that, in most cases, can be controlled by over the counter medication. While you are healing, your spine will begin to adjust to its new limitations. As this occurs, the type of pain you experience may gradually change.
Every surgery has risks. With any type of spinal surgery, there are certain things that may make you more vulnerable to post-fusion pain. The extensiveness of the surgery and your limited mobility are two of the most common. Improper spinal alignment is also a contributor.
Post-fusion pain can occur for a variety of reasons. The more intricate your surgery, the more likely you are to experience pain. Due to the increased stress on the vertebrae, ligaments, and other connective tissue, bone spurs may start to form. These can be extremely painful, causing extreme discomfort with every movement.
Not everyone will have post-fusion pain. Those who do, however, will want to maintain close contact with their physician throughout the healing process to ensure that everything is going as planned.
I have had back problems for most of my life and worked with a very painful back for more than 40 years. I lived on Ibuprofen for 30 years just to function but resisted taking prescription pain medication because of my profession. I am so grateful for HF10, which has given me 95% pain relief consistently since I got my implant in late December 2019 I take a 1.5-mile walk on the beach every morning and my goal is to run a 5K again. I’m doing great!
All the pain Dr I have been to 7+ he is the only one that did not give up and just want to give be stronger drugs. keep working at it and has helped me get to be close to pain free and off the pills
To me, it matters if my treating Doctor is competent, experienced, and committed to his patients. Casey Fisher is very competent; he explains procedures in a way that shows his experience; and once you meet him he discusses treatment options. It is obvious he is committed to his patients.