Physical therapy after 3 level neck fusion

**cheryl stewart** · 12-15-2009, 02:05 PM

i am starting today...i think my surgeon wanted at least 4 weeks of pt before seeing me for 2nd post op. he mentioned auqa therapy. i don't really know what i am in for this time. i have a three level fusion, so i don't know what can be done or what to expect. any input? thanks, cher

**Justin** · 12-15-2009, 06:32 PM

Originally Posted by cheryl stewart

i am starting today...i think my surgeon wanted at least 4 weeks of pt before seeing me for 2nd post op. he mentioned auqa therapy. i don't really know what i am in for this time. i have a three level fusion, so i don't know what can be done or what to expect. any input? thanks, cher

Hi Cher,

I know this is late, but they will most likely evaluate you today. Physical therapy for a multi-level fusion should be gentle and focused. The aquatic therapy will allow you to "limber up" while avoiding high impact activities.

Hopefully, your appointment went well and they were gentle!

**cheryl stewart** · 12-16-2009, 01:05 PM

Hi Justin,

Thanks for getting back to me and for placing my stats in. How do I update that? I wanted to add my hyperflexion injury to my neck in my young 20"s, chiropratic for years, 2 auto accidents, and also prior to 2nd surgey I had nerve root injections.

Thanks again,

Cher

**Justin** · 12-16-2009, 07:21 PM

Hi Cher, it looks like you were able to update things.

**cheryl stewart** · 12-17-2009, 02:47 PM

Yes, finally. It takes so much effort to type as it is. The strain and stress in my neck and shoulders keeps me ridgid. Thanks for the follow-up.

Cher

**cheryl stewart** · 01-25-2010, 09:45 AM

I only have two more PT visits. I see my surgeon for my 2nd/last post op this Wed. They will do another x-ray...I am back driving now but the pain I am having at the C6-T1 is not good. Finally I get my mobility back and now this! I already have a peek cage at 3/4 and fusion at 4/5 5/6 and a doctor saying rods/screws could be next! I say no way!