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Cervical Disc Replacement or Fusion? Surgery for arm and neck pain, numbness, tingling and weakness from neck arthritis, disc herniation (slipped disc) and radiculopathy

Last updated Tuesday, June 09, 2009

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Rehabilitation

Physical therapy

The use of physical therapy is variable from patient to patient and can be used for overall rehabilitation if the patient is deconditioned.

The goal of physical therapy is long-term pain management and increased function; it will not change the shape of the spinal canal.

Supervised cervical stenosis physical therapy may continue for weeks or months.

Rehabilitation options

If prescribed, it is often most effective for the patient to carry out exercises so that they are done frequently, effectively and comfortably. Usually, a physical therapist instructs the patient in the exercise program and advances it at a rate that is comfortable for the patient.

Can rehabilitation be done at home?

Depending on the physical therapist’s prescribed program, some exercises likely can be performed independently at home.

Long-term patient limitations

After full recovery of the procedure, no long-term limitations on activities exist. After a total disc replacement, it is advisable to see your surgeon periodically (once a year) for x-rays to ensure optimal function of the implant.

Surgery for Cervical Radiculopathy at the University of Washington, Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Seattle, Washington

If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure in Seattle, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-4288 to make an appointment. Our clinical center is located in Seattle Washington, USA

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