Neck / Cervical

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Return-to-Work After Cervical Procedures: Job-Type Timelines

Neck surgery can provide long-lasting relief from pain. When recovery requires taking an extended break from work, however, it’s important to plan. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides neck procedures at locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we discuss what to expect regarding a return to work after neck surgery, […]

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Sleeping Positions After Cervical Procedures: Week-by-Week

Neck surgery is a major medical procedure. Before you receive treatment, it’s important to understand everything that your care entails. That includes your limitations during recovery. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides neck surgeries at locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we discuss how to sleep after cervical spine surgery with

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Dr. Branko Skovrlj Earns Prodisc Milestone Award for Advanced Cervical Disc Replacement Excellence

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

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Endoscopic Cervical Discectomy: Step-by-Step Technique & Tools

Neck surgery provides a proven solution for debilitating nerve pain. Surgery is a big step, however, and it can seem intimidating. Learning more is one way to feel more confident about your treatment. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides cervical spine surgeries near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Here, we discuss

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Cervical Disc Replacement: Preserving Motion After Discectomy

After receiving a cervical discectomy, many patients find that their neck mobility has been reduced. Cervical disc replacement is one way to restore flexibility. This procedure replaces the missing disc with a medical implant, allowing a complete range of motion. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides spinal procedures near you in New Jersey,

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Neck Surgery Day-Of Timeline: From Check-In to Discharge

Neck surgery is a big step. While its results can provide significant and long-lasting relief, it is considered a major procedure and can cause short-term lifestyle changes. Understanding what to expect is vital when making the right decision. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute has locations near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida.

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Cervical Rhizotomy for Neck-Origin Headaches: What to Expect

Not all headaches originate inside the head. Neck-origin headaches are caused by problems with the cervical spine, causing referred pain in the head. For patients who struggle with chronic neck-origin headaches, cervical rhizotomy may provide a long-term solution. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides cervical rhizotomy surgeries near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania,

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Cervical Discectomy vs. Posterior Cervical Foraminotomy: How We Decide

Cervical nerves relay vital information between the brain and the rest of the body. When these nerves become compressed, this function is impeded, resulting in pain, numbness, and loss of function. Patients who struggle with a pinched cervical nerve can find care at NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, providing a wide range of spine

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Cervical Laminectomy Risks and How MIS Lowers Them

Cervical laminectomy can provide immediate and long-lasting relief from spine pain. Though patients may hesitate to seek treatment out of concern for the risks of surgery, advanced techniques have made laminectomies safer than ever. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides cervical laminectomy and other spine procedures at locations throughout New Jersey. Here, we discuss the

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Jessica smiling pain-free after successful minimally invasive neck surgery with Dr. Branko Skovrlj at NU-Spine

From Chronic Pain to Physical Freedom: Jessica’s Life-Changing Journey with NU-Spine

For many people living with chronic pain, life is measured in “breaks.” A break to sit down while cooking dinner, a break from playing with the kids because the ache is too much, or even a two-year break from doing your own hair because you simply can’t lift your arms. This was the reality for

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