Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
President, Indiana Spine Group
Professor & Chief of Spine Surgery, Indiana School of Medicine
CSRS President, 2020
Recovery after cervical spine surgery is different for every patient and depends on the type of procedure, your overall health, and your individual healing process. In this video, experts from the Cervical Spine Research Society discuss what to expect after surgery, including guidelines for wearing a cervical collar, driving, returning to work, lifting, physical activity, and rehabilitation. You'll also learn how physical therapy supports recovery and why following your surgeon's personalized recommendations is the safest way to return to the activities you enjoy.