What Is Cervical Disc Arthroplasty (Artificial Disc Replacement)
Cervical disc arthroplasty is a disc replacement surgery in Hyderabad where the natural spinal disc has been replaced with an artificial one. This disc is placed between the vertebrae and is very essential for the smooth movements of the neck and allows it to have proper flexibility, extension and rotation. Disc degeneration might be an outcome of overtime wear and tear or could also be due to age related degeneration. A damaged disc can also cause the nearby nerves to be compressed.
When is a cervical disc arthroplasty recommended? Cervical disc arthroplasty in Secunderabad at spine cervical disc replacement hospital in Secunderabad can be recommended:
- If the patient is suffering with cervical radiculopathy, myelopathy or both of them together.
- If the person has bone spurs or herniation.
- If none of the non surgical methods have worked such as physical therapy or exercise.
What could be the symptoms of cervical disc degeneration?
- Neck pain
- Stiff neck
- Headache
- Pain that goes down your shoulder or arms
- Weak shoulders
- Numbness feeling in arms
As the neck is an extremely delicate area, the surgery is quite intricate and therefore having an experienced and certified surgeon like Dr. Sreenath who has not only delivered amazing results but also helps the patient and the family through the process.
Consult chronic neck pain specialist in Secunderabad for neck pain treatment.