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I had a fusion l4-s1 in 2/14 which did not fuse - no growth. i then had l3-s1 fused in 12/14. do u suspect i will need 2b off work longer this time?
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Off work: I would think if you have a sedentary occupation you should be able to go back to work 4 to 6 weeks after surgery but please use your surgeon as the final decider of this
Answered 1/29/2015
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