Neck
Our Patient Education section differs from our Links and Resources in that the information found in this section is published by, or specifically approved by our local staff. It is not intended to replace a doctor, but rather offer you advice on what to do with your particular symptoms and help you decide when to see a doctor.
Understanding Your Cervical Spine
Your neck needs to be strong to hold up your head, which may weigh 10 pounds or more. But injury, poor posture, wear and tear, and...
How Has Your Life Been Affected?
Take a look at how your cervical spine problem has affected your life by answering the following questions. This self-assessment may help you decide...
Your Nonsurgical Treatment Plan
Your doctor may recommend rest, medications, physical therapy, exercises, or...
Consider Cervical Disk Surgery
Do you suffer from nagging neck and arm pain or weakness caused by a disk problem in your upper (cervical) spine? Is a simple turn of your head painful or even impossible?
Understanding Your Surgery
During surgery, your surgeon may remove all or part of the disk (diskectomy). To reach the cervical spine, he or she may...