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Is Rod Placement At C6-C7 Necessary After Spinal Fusion Failure?
Question: I had a spinal fusion c6 c7 in 2014. Started having problems2016 and was told the fusuon needed tto be done oveR again. The surgeon wants ro put a lobg rod frombc6 c7 half way down mu back. If the fusion came indone where is tthe metal is it dangerous. I m oin so much pain
Brief Answer:
Procedure is safe.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Putting a long rod will decrease the flexibility of the spine but will also decrease the disc prolapse and nerve compression associated with it. This will help in decreasing the pain. The procedure is safe and helps in advanced cases of cervical spondylosis. This will help you and will reduce the pain.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Procedure is safe.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Putting a long rod will decrease the flexibility of the spine but will also decrease the disc prolapse and nerve compression associated with it. This will help in decreasing the pain. The procedure is safe and helps in advanced cases of cervical spondylosis. This will help you and will reduce the pain.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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