Expert Advice   Print Version Q. My surgeon has suggested that I need a fusion between the C5 and C6 vertebrae in my neck. How will I be able to turn my neck after it is fused? A. Your ability to turn your head takes place mainly between the two joints at the top of the cervical spine. When you turn your head, about 50% of the movement happens between the first and second levels. The other 50% takes place between all the other neck vertebrae combined. So a fusion of one level in the lower part of your neck will not drastically affect your ability to turn your neck, probably less than 10%. Print Version		Anatomy and Function of the Spine Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis Diagnostic Tests for Spine Problems Q. When can I play golf, ride a bike, or go hiking after spine surgery? A. It depends on the type and location of your surgery. A micro-discectomy… Clicking on any of the links will take you to a Web site to which this Privacy Policy does not apply. You are solely responsible for your interactions with such Web sites. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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