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Can One Work In Construction With 20% Spine Fusion?

Posted on Tue, 30 Sep 2014

Question: 20% of my spine is fused and metal plates will I be able to work in construction

Answered by Dr. Dr. Shruti Rijhwani (24 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,

Thank you for posting your query.

Looking into your problem the answer will be yes for main works but it depends what type of work you are assigned in construction . It will not be advisable to indulge in any kind of job that requires weight bearing or weight lifting . Rest else I think can be permitted.Your treating doctor will be the best person to tell this thing as he knows the exact situation of your spine thus can guide you all the precautions required.

Take care.

Dr. Shruti

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Shruti Rijhwani (8 minutes later)

i feel the metal in my back and its 4 months since surgery, will i always feel the metal and stiffness

Answered by Dr. Dr. Shruti Rijhwani (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,

Thanks for reverting back.

Well with time body adjusts to the stiffness , obviously the metal is going to stay but with time gradually the feeling of external component will reduce.

Dr. Shruti

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj