Reggie Bullock out up to 6 months following back surgery

Posted Jul 25, 2019
Reggie Bullock may not see the basketball court until next year. According to a leading orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports back injuries, the “cervical disk herniation” surgery Bullock underwent last week normally requires six months of recovery before a player can compete with contact. The operation is usually referred to as spinal fusion surgery. (New York Post)

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