04-10-2017, 11:12 PM
I'd be very surprised if Eifert had a disc removed.
That would entail a fusion of 2 vertebrae. That is a very rare procedure for someone under the age of 40. It would also involve a lot more than 3 months of rehab.
It's more likely he had a piece of a disc removed, which is a very straightforward procedure with minimal recovery time.
If he did have a fusion, OJ Howard would be a very smart choice.
That would entail a fusion of 2 vertebrae. That is a very rare procedure for someone under the age of 40. It would also involve a lot more than 3 months of rehab.
It's more likely he had a piece of a disc removed, which is a very straightforward procedure with minimal recovery time.
If he did have a fusion, OJ Howard would be a very smart choice.