Cervical Discectomy and Fusion

You have one or more herniated discs your neck. Cervical discs are rubbery shock absorbers between the vertebrae. They are close to nerves that travel down the arms. If the disc is damaged, part of it may bulge or even burst free into the spinal canal. These issues put pressure on the nerve and cause arm pain, numbness or weakness. The surgery may also be performed for patients with cervical degenerative disc disease.

Generally, the condition requires both a nerve decompression to free the nerves from pressure and a spinal fusion to stabilize the cervical part of the spine.

An orthopedist who specializes in spine surgery will perform this procedure.