Fri, 11/06/2009 - 15:46
Hi everyone
Never been part of a forum, so this is totally new for me. I've very much enjoyed (found comfort) in what everyone has to say. I had a 4 level cervical fusion 5 weeks ago. Feel like crud and I hate that Miami J collar that I have to wear. Thanks for being out there. JR
Sorry to hear that you are dealing with so much. You have found a great place to find support, understanding and encouragement. I hope that your recovery goes smoothly and that you will soon have some pain free days.
I am in no way associated with the medical field. Anything that I post comes from personal experience only.
DDD, Facet Arthropathy, DJD,Collapsed Disc, Sleep Apnea
PT, Epidurals, Facet Blocks,Medial Branch Block, Rhizotomy,Discogram,Annular Tare L3/L4 Endoscopic MicroD and PLDD,
Methadone, Percocet, Baclofen, Welbutrin
hi and welcome to the forum!
we are here to offer you support and answer what questions we can. please follow your doctor's orders and wear that collar!!!! it will make for a better recovery!! good luck and think of the prize at the end of the day, no more pain!!! 
Jenny 
Double laminectomy L4-L5, bulging discs, DDD, Bone spurs, nerve damage in left leg and hip, DJD, and that to familiar visitor,arthritis
Welcome to Spine-Health....
Hi
Sorry to hear you have needed the surgery, I hope things get better for you soon. You will find lots of people here who understand what you are going through.
You have come to the right place for information and support.
TC
Liz
Born with Familial epiphyseal dysplasia
Polio at 4yrs.
Severe Osteoarthritis from age 30
Lumber and cervical stenosis from 1995, surgery of decompression lumber L4/5 S1 1996
allergy to all NAIDS and opiates
chronic pain since 6 years of age
Sciatic pain and flare-ups
I am also a neckie. Four times same as you so if you want to chat feel free to PM me anytime.
Welcome
Susan