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do people who recover from "spinal fusion" have a funny walk?

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Dr. Jonathan Hyde
Dr. Jonathan Hyde answered
Orthopedic Spine Surgery 29 years experience
Usually not: Having a "funny walk" after spine surgery is not common. There are many different reasons for an abnormal gait, and if it occurs after surgery have your doctor evaluate.
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