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What is the Best Surgery for Cervical Radiculopathy?

Cervical radiculopathy occurs when a nerve on the spine is pinched. It is more commonly known as a herniated disc. If you suffer from cervical radiculopathy, you may experience pain in your shoulders, neck, buttocks or legs. The pain varies, depending on how severe the condition is. It may be unbearable. If this is the case, your doctor may recommend surgery.

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Complications of Cervical Disk Surgery

Surgery to correct a herniated disc or other injury to the neck can bring great relief to many patients. Cervical disk surgery has a low risk of complications following the procedure, reports Dr. Richard Staehler on the Spine-Health website. However, before committing to this procedure, you should be aware of what those risks are, even if minimal, and discuss them with your doctor.

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Danger Signs for a Ruptured Disc in the Neck

When you experience neck pain that spreads out to your arms and shoulders, there may be a possibility that you are suffering from cervical ruptured disc (herniated disc), commonly known as slipped disc. Injury, age-related diseases or normal wear-and-tear of the spinal column may cause this condition. In some cases, the symptoms will go away even without intervention; however, symptoms may worsen that may be signs of serious complications that may require further diagnosis and treatment.