In simple words: Cervical disc disorders refer to problems with the discs in your neck. These discs act like cushions between the bones in your spine. When they get damaged or wear down, they can bulge or break, pressing on nerves and causing pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in your neck, shoulders, arms, and sometimes even legs. This can be caused by injuries, aging, or just everyday wear and tear.

Cervical disc disorders encompass conditions affecting the intervertebral discs in the neck. These discs, acting as cushions between vertebrae, can be subject to displacement, degeneration, or other disruptions. These disorders can affect the spinal cord, potentially leading to myelopathy (spinal cord disease) or radiculopathy (nerve root pain and numbness), often due to inflammation or nerve root compression.

Example 1: A 45-year-old patient presents with neck pain and radiating pain down their arm. Imaging reveals a herniated cervical disc., A 60-year-old patient experiences neck stiffness and pain, especially after activity. Diagnosis reveals cervical degenerative disc disease., A 30-year-old patient develops neck pain and numbness after a car accident. Imaging shows a ruptured cervical disc.

Diagnosis requires documentation of patient history, physical exam findings, and imaging results. Procedure notes should detail type of treatment, location, and any complications.