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1 It is also good to get a second opinion if the initial back surgery did not work and another surgery is being proposed. 2  This advice is especially true if it involves fusing further segments of the spine. 3  Often, if the initial fusion surgery does not work, further surgery will not be helpful.he surgeon interview. The best advice for a patient seeking another surgical opinion is to keep an open mind. You need to be as judgmental about the second opinion as for the first, and need to grill the second physician even further than the first. At a minimum, you should cover these topics with the surgeon:
The type of cervical spine procedure that was performed will determine how long you will need to stay in the hospital and how much assistance you may need shortly after surgery. Many procedures on the cervical spine only require one or two nights in the hospital. Day One The day after surgery is considered day one. Under the supervision of a physical therapist you may sit on the edge of the bed and stand with support. You will most likely be wearing some type of cervical brace you return from surgery. You will need to keep this in place unless specificially instructed to remove it by your surgeon. While patients are often encouraged to stand and sit (with assistance if needed) within twenty-four hours after surgery, walking is