The vertebrae that compose the spine in your back are cushioned or protected by discs. Each disc has a round shape. It is similar to little ...

Do you think a client with a herniated disc has to stop working out? Think again. Here's what you need to know as a personal trainer or corrective exercise specialist to help your client strengthen their back.

Cervical radiculopathy is a disease process marked by nerve compression, typically from herniated disc material or arthritic bone spurs in the neck. Symptoms typically include pain, weakness, or numbness in the areas served by the affected nerve. Pain can be felt in one area only, like the shoulder, or progress along the entire arm and into the hand and fingers - in the same way that knocking your “funny bone” causes symptoms at the site, and further along the length of the ulnar nerve.

The cervical spine undergoes wear and tear over time, leading to degeneration of discs, reduced flexibility, and potential nerve issues with age.

Find information on Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease. UCLA Spine Center Conditions & Diagnoses, patient information.

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Why Cervical Disc Replacement Is No Better than a Fusion.

Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement - CDA Spine

Cervical disc replacement surgery reduces pain and improves mobility in patients with cervical disc disease. Here’s what you need to know.