Cervical Disc Herniation

A cervical disc herniation occurs when disc material in the neck protrudes and irritates a nerve root or compresses the spinal cord.

Common Symptoms

• Neck pain

• Shoulder or arm pain

• Numbness or tingling

• Muscle weakness

  
  

Diagnosis

Neurological examination and MRI are commonly used to identify the affected disc and determine whether nerve or spinal cord compression is present.

Treatment

Treatment may begin with medication, activity modification, or physical therapy. Surgery may be considered when neurological symptoms persist or progress.