What is Cervical Arthroplasty?

Cervical arthroplasty is a minimally invasive spine surgery that replaces a damaged disc in your neck (cervical spine) with an artificial disc. It helps relieve neck pain, arm pain, numbness, or weakness caused by a herniated or degenerated disc.

Why is the Cervical Disc Important?

Your cervical spine (neck area) contains intervertebral discs that:

• Act like shock absorbers between bones (vertebrae)

• Allow you to move your head up, down, and side to side

• Protect the spinal cord and nerves

When a disc becomes worn out or herniated, it can compress nerves, causing pain and limited movement.

How Does the Procedure Work?

1. Small incision is made at the front of the neck

2. The damaged disc is carefully removed

3. A metal and plastic artificial disc is inserted in its place

4. The new disc preserves natural motion of the neck

✅ No spinal fusion
✅ Faster recovery
✅ Maintains flexibility

Advanced Technology & Techniques

• Motion-preserving implants designed to mimic real disc movement

• Custom-fit devices based on your anatomy

• Real-time imaging guidance during surgery

• Minimally invasive approach – smaller cuts, less damage to tissue

• Most patients go home the same day or next day

Benefits of Cervical Arthroplasty

• Restores neck movement

• Protects nearby discs from added stress (unlike fusion)

• Shorter recovery time

• Maintains natural spine motion

• Relief from nerve pain and weakness

Is It Right for You?

Cervical arthroplasty may be an option if you:

• Have a single-level disc problem

• Didn’t get relief from physical therapy or injections

• Don’t have severe arthritis or instability in the neck