Will Surgery Make Your Neck Pain Better or Worse?
If you’re considering surgery for neck pain, one of your concerns might be whether the procedure could actually make symptoms worse. Cervical spine surgery, or surgery around the neck, often has high success rates. No surgery, however, is free of some risk. As with any surgery, one of the keys to success is to first ensure that you’re a good candidate for the procedure. If your surgeon is able to accurately diagnose the problem, then your chances for success are favorable and the risk of persistent neck pain can be reduced.