Cervical disc replacement is a motion-preserving alternative to fusion for patients with cervical disc herniations causing arm pain. Instead of fusing vertebrae together, an artificial disc is implanted to maintain natural neck movement while decompressing the nerve.
Cervical disc replacement may be an option if you have:
Important: Not every patient is a candidate. Dr. DelSole will evaluate your imaging and clinical presentation to determine whether disc replacement or fusion is the better option for your specific situation.
Unlike fusion, disc replacement maintains natural movement at the treated level, reducing long-term wear on adjacent vertebrae.
May lower the risk of degenerative changes above and below the surgical level that can occur after fusion.
Most patients recover as quickly as they would from an ACDF (anterior cervical discectomy and fusion).
No need to wait for bone graft healing, which can speed up your return to normal activities.
How the Procedure Works: The procedure is performed through the same small incision in the front of the neck as a fusion. The damaged disc is removed, the nerve is decompressed, and an artificial disc is implanted. Most patients go home the same day and notice immediate improvement in arm symptoms.
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