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Cervical Spine Surgery : An Overview
The cervical spine is the part of your spine lying between your cranium
and the thoracic vertebrae. It is also identified by a group of small bones comprising
that part of the spine supporting your neck.
A Cervical Spine Surgery occurs when the central gel-like substance of a
spinal disc bursts through a vulnerable section in the sturdy outer wall. Just imagine
the filling being forced out from a jelly doughnut. This is precisely what happens
during a Cervical Spine Surgery. When the oozing out material compresses a spinal nerve,
it results in pain or tingling in the neck or arm.
Cervical Spine Surgery is also known as ruptured/ bulging/ slipped/
herniated disc. It is a condition that not only causes pain and discomfort but, in rare
cases, can also rip the nerve impulses, resulting in permanent nerve damage.
Occasionally, the signs and symptoms of Cervical Spine Surgery may actually worsen over
time instead of improving and resolving spontaneously. The condition can also
deteriorate if left untreated or when involved in activities that aggravate it.
Neglecting a developing disk problem may result in long-lasting pain and
decreased control or sensation in the affected area. A Cervical Spine Surgery problem
that extends beyond 4-6 weeks requires immediate medical attention.
We offering evidence-based, patient-centric treatments for disc prolapse
issues. Our highly skilled doctors and knowledgeable therapists provide the most
effective treatments to help you gain sustained relief and prevent further deterioration
of the condition.
Cervical Spine Surgery: Risk Factors
Although disc prolapse can occur at any age, those under 30-50 are more at
risk. You are more likely to develop a disc prolapse if you:
Cervical Spine Surgery: Causes, Symptoms and Warnings
Causes
The following are the most common causes:
- Aging – continuous wear and tear process that occurs at the joints
- Improper ergonomics – prolonged strain on the cervical disc due to continued usage without any rest – such as prolonged mobile phone or computer usage in poor posture
- Activities involving repetitive stress - physically demanding professions involving heavy weight lifting, athletes etc.
- Smoking – accelerates degeneration process within the disc leading to easy damage
- Sudden violent trauma – whiplash injuries, motor-vehicle accidents
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Hereditary and Genetic factors may also play a role
Symptoms
Cervical Spine Surgery may present variedly depending on the location and extent of herniation:
- Pain that radiates down your arm and possibly into your hand.
- Pain on or near your shoulder blade,
- Continuous or intermittent pain in the neck, especially while turning your head or bending your neck
- Muscle spasms (meaning the muscles tighten uncontrollably).
- Sometimes the pain is accompanied by numbness and tingling in your arm.
- Muscle weakness in your biceps, triceps, and handgrip.
- Sometimes, pain may have been first noticed pain in the morning after waking up, without any traumatic event that might have caused injury
- Some patients find relief by holding their arm in an elevated position behind their head because this position relieves pressure on the nerve.
- Rarely, weakness of legs may occur, with problems in gait and balance,
- Bowel and bladder disturbance (urgency, loss on control, straining- eek immediate medical attention)
Diagnosis for Cervical Disc Prolapse
We diagnose and treat cervical disc prolapse by conducting a comprehensive evaluation of your medical history, prior injuries, existing medical conditions, lifestyle habits, and current symptoms. To accurately diagnose the source of pain, muscle weakness, or numbness, our doctors may recommend the following tests:
MRI Scans to get detailed scans of your condition