The cervical spine, composed of seven vertebrae (C1-C7), is a complex structure responsible for supporting the head, enabling a wide range of motion, and protecting the delicate spinal cord. When issues arise in this area, they can significantly impact your quality of life. Common conditions that may benefit from cervical decompression include:

• Herniated Discs: When the soft, gel-like center of a spinal disc protrudes through the outer layer, it can compress nearby nerves, causing pain, numbness, and weakness. Cervical disc herniations often occur at C5-C6 and C6-C7.

• Spinal Stenosis: A narrowing of the spinal canal can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, leading to pain, tingling, and even difficulty with coordination.

• Degenerative Disc Disease: As we age, the discs in our spine can lose their cushioning ability, resulting in pain and stiffness.

• Arthritis: Osteoarthritis and other forms of arthritis can affect the facet joints in the cervical spine, causing pain and limiting movement.
• Bone Spurs: These bony growths can develop along the vertebrae and compress nerves.