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Two months ago my son-in-law, underwent fusion with two rods & 7 pins & cages in.he is experiencing horrible nerve pain. test looks good with regard to nerves. pain meds, which he tried plenty not helping. any suggestions?
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Hello, it could be from nerve irritation after surgery. Usually gets better as long as there is no compression on the nerves by bone spurs, extra bone graft or the inserted hardware. If persistent, he should get follow up CT and EMG with follow up with the surgeon.
Answered 2/26/2023
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