In my experience the most vexing post-ND problems were stiffness and soreness, and numbness. I know others have had some shoulder mobility issues but that wasn't a problem for me.

The numbness stays with you. I'm 2 years out and I'm still numb on that side of my neck. But for the first year the lack of feeling extended all the way up to half of my ear. That is gradually coming back, creeping down my face as it were.

In my case I also suffered some nerve damage which rendered the left half of my tongue numb. It's my understanding that this isn't necessarily all that common. There's been some return to feeling, but my tongue still lacks sensation on the left, and I'm basically operating with half my taste buds as a result.

I'm sure others will weigh in with their own particulars. I'd say go with the best surgeon you can find on this.

david2