Spine surgery of any kind is usually a last resort and typically causes some uneasiness with the patient.  Recovery involves some diligence with stretching and strengthening.  These tools will help the patient with patience during the recovery process by making bending and reaching tasks easier and the tools will help ease pain and help with the exercises.
Stretching Strap 
Nerve Pain Salve 
Reacher 
Long Handled Scrubber 
Long Handled Lotion Applicator 
Cervical Pillow
Self Myofascial Release Ball