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C-1 fracture no paralysis

C-1 fracture no paralysis

I had an atv accident 2 1/2 months ago.  I fractured my C-2 vertabra.  I have been in an halo since than.  I was very lucky that I didn't have any paralysis.  The problem i'm having is the bones not healing.  The doctor recommended to keep the halo on for 1 more month and hopefully the bones start healing?  If not than they will have to go in and do surgery.  I think they said they will put screws in.  My question is how long should it take the bone to start healing?  I feel very blessed to have no nerve damage and that I can still walk.  The bon is completely broke on both sides and the doctors are amazed I can still walk.  I know most bones heal in about 6 weeks why hasn't mine started to heal?  If I get the surgery how risky is it?
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