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I have a slight instability in c7-t1 w/o disc protrusion or canal stenosis. will i be able to play football again?

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Dr. Scott Mcgovern answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Return to play?: A single MRI is probably not sufficient to answer your question. I think dynamic upright imaging, thorough MRI interpretation, and good understanding of your neurological risk should be obtained by a Spinal surgeon prior to any return to play.

Dr Weston agreed

Answered 9/1/2015

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A member asked:

I have a slight instability in c7-t1 w/o disc protrusion or canal stenosis. will i be able to play football again?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Mcgovern answered

Dr Weston agreed

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