 [ Symptoms ] i had anterior cervical discectomy & fusion 2 weeks ago now having severe pain between shoulder blades normal  had discs c4 and c5 c6 c7 removed mesh was put around spinal column titanium plates and screws applied i am now having severe pain between my shoulder blades is this normal [ Disease ] it is always concerning to have unexpected after effects from surgery the pain you are describing is not unusual after an anterior cervical discectomy the surgical positioning for that procedure can cause upper back muscle stiffness and soreness that lingers in addition sometimes as the previously compressed spinal nerves come back to life they can cause tingling shooting or stabbing pain in areas where sensation previously was limited all that said if your post surgical pain is getting worse instead of better it is always a good idea to call your surgeon is office and speak to the nurse or physician assistant pa he or she can tell you what is expected in terms of pain and the general course of recovery best of luck to you