RE: [QUAD-L] FUSION- who has had their neck fused

[Steve Oldaker]

Lori...   Is your neck's range of motion significantly limited by the fusion of 5 vertebrae?  Any pain issues?   Steve From: Lori Michaelson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, November 20, 2005 3:17 PM To: Quad Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] FUSION- who has had their neck fused I was too critical immediately post-injury so was in traction in ICU for 3 months before they fused my neck.  Fused me good!  C2-C7!   Lori Michaelson Age - 41 C4/5 complete quad, 26 years post Tucson, AZ     -------Original Message-------   From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 11/20/05 08:29:01 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: [QUAD-L] FUSION- who has had their neck fused   Fusion, is a common protocol when a SCI exists.  The difference between the fusion procedures are the materials used and where the point of entry is made. Any 1st year med student could successfully perform this procedure, but best left to those who are specialist. There is some partial mobility lost with a fusion, but it reduces pressure on the spine and helps reduce the swelling associated with a spinal cord injury. Fusions, are normal performed as soon as physically possible, after the injury to stabilize the spine.   Years post fusion is a mystery to me.  But I understand the reason.... Best Wishes W