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Every movement of your neck depends on your spinal discs working together. When one disc is damaged, it can place extra strain on the surrounding levels, leading to ongoing pain and additional wear over time. Cervical disc replacement is designed to relieve pain while preserving natural neck movement, helping reduce stress on nearby spinal discs.
At Saville Spine, serving Palm Beach County and Martin County, FL, board-certified spine surgeons Dr. Philip Saville and Dr. Jason Meldau specialize in minimally invasive cervical disc replacement and other advanced spine procedures. Alongside board-certified pain medicine physician Dr. Lawrence Gorfine, they provide expert care to help people find lasting relief from neck pain and nerve compression.
Why Nearby Spinal Discs Matter
Your cervical spine is designed to move smoothly. When one disc becomes damaged, it can place extra strain on the surrounding discs and joints. If that segment is fused, the neighboring levels often work harder to make up for the lost motion. Over time, this increased workload can contribute to wear and tear in those areas.
How Cervical Disc Replacement Protects Motion
During cervical disc replacement, the damaged disc is removed and replaced with an artificial disc that allows the treated level to continue moving. Because the spine maintains more natural motion, nearby discs may experience less mechanical stress than they would after a fusion procedure.
While no surgery can completely prevent future degeneration, preserving movement is one reason cervical disc replacement is often recommended for appropriate candidates.
Is Cervical Disc Replacement Right for You?
Cervical disc replacement is commonly used for adults with cervical degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, or nerve compression that has not improved with conservative treatment. It is not the best choice for every condition, so a detailed evaluation and imaging studies are essential before deciding on surgery.
At Saville Spine, we carefully review your symptoms, imaging, and lifestyle to determine if a motion-preserving procedure is the right fit.
Find Out Which Treatment Fits Your Spine
Living with ongoing neck pain does not have to become your normal. The experienced team at Saville Spine proudly serves Palm Beach County and Martin County, FL, offering advanced minimally invasive spine care designed to relieve pain while preserving function whenever possible.
To learn if cervical disc replacement is right for you, call Saville Spine at 561-630-3870 to schedule your consultation.
