NuSpine proudly announces that Dr. Branko Skovrlj has received the prestigious Prodisc Milestone Award for completing 100 successful prodisc C Vivo cervical disc replacement procedures. This achievement highlights his leadership in motion‑preserving spine surgery, a transformative approach helping patients eliminate neck and arm pain while maintaining natural movement.

A Breakthrough in Cervical Disc Replacement Technology

The prodisc C Vivo system is recognized as one of the most clinically validated cervical disc replacement technologies available today. Prodisc technology has been studied for nearly three decades, representing more than 13,000 patients in over 540 published clinical papers, making it the most extensively validated total disc replacement platform worldwide. This long-standing clinical performance is a key reason why many spine surgeons trust prodisc technology for reproducible outcomes. [centinelspine.com]

The prodisc C Vivo device features a keel‑less, titanium‑coated, metal‑on‑poly bearing surface that restores disc height, decompresses nerves, and preserves natural motion in the cervical spine. It also provides exceptional fixation due to its spiked endplate design and offers excellent postoperative imaging clarity. With multiple footprint options and heights, it allows surgeons to customize each implant based on patient anatomy and surgical goals. [neurospine…review.com]

The system also earned FDA approval for both one‑ and two‑level cervical use, following a rigorous multi‑center clinical evaluation involving hundreds of subjects. This expanded indication gives spine specialists the flexibility to treat more complex cases effectively while preserving motion and enhancing long‑term spinal health. [prnewswire.com]

Why Dr. Skovrlj’s Expertise Matters

Completing 100 prodisc C Vivo procedures places Dr. Skovrlj among a select group of high‑volume cervical disc replacement surgeons who are actively shaping the future of spine care. Unlike fusion procedures—which permanently restrict spinal motion—disc replacement offers patients faster recovery, more natural biomechanics, and reduced stress on adjacent discs.

The prodisc C Vivo implant uses a fixed-core design to maintain controlled and predictable motion, including flexion, extension, lateral bending, and rotation, mirroring the characteristics of a healthy cervical disc. Its plasma‑sprayed titanium surface enhances bone integration, providing long-term stability and durability. These features reinforce why adopting this technology requires skill, precision, and deep clinical understanding—qualities Dr. Skovrlj demonstrates in each procedure. [betterheal…erlife.net]

Relief for Cervical Disc Disease

Patients suffering from symptomatic cervical disc disease often experience pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness due to herniated discs or degenerative changes. According to FDA documentation, prodisc C Vivo is approved for patients who have not improved after at least six weeks of conservative care and meet specific anatomical criteria for one‑ or two‑level disc replacement between C3 and C7. This makes it an excellent, modern alternative to cervical fusion for the right candidates. [accessdata.fda.gov]

Each of Dr. Skovrlj’s 100 procedures represents a patient who has regained mobility, comfort, and function—many returning to work, activities, and daily life without the limitations of chronic pain.   See our testimonials.

NuSpine: Advanced Spine Care in NJ, Florida, and Pennsylvania

NuSpine is committed to expanding access to world‑class spine treatment with multiple locations across New Jersey, and new offices now open in Florida and Pennsylvania. Patients suffering from neck or arm pain now have more opportunities than ever to receive advanced, motion‑preserving spine care from a trusted leader.

Whether you’re seeking a second opinion, exploring disc replacement, or ready to take control of your spine health, Dr. Skovrlj is ready to help you get your life back.