Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF): Step-by-Step Explained

Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)

Neck pain with shooting pain, numbness, or weakness down the arm can be scary. When medications, physical therapy, and injections are not enough, your spine specialist may bring up anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, or ACDF. ACDF is a well-established neck surgery that removes a damaged disc from the front of the neck and fuses…

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Comparing ACDF vs Artificial Disc Replacement – Which Is Right for You?

Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)

Neck pain from conditions such as cervical disc herniation or degenerative disc disease can disrupt daily life, often leading patients to explore surgical options. Two common approaches in San Diego are Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) and Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR). Both aim to relieve nerve compression and restore stability, but they differ in…

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