What is Neck Hernia?

Following the ruptures that occur as a result of wear and tear due to prolonged immobility of the person and loss of water in the discs due to old age, the gelatinous fluid called gelatinous fluid begins to leak into the vertebrae and nerve intervals. As a result, we encounter this clinical picture called cervical disc herniation, colloquially known as neck hernia.

A cervical hernia is characterized by pain radiating from the neck to the arm. It also causes numbness in the hands, arms and fingers and loss of strength in the arm with pain.

Since the spinal cord is particularly affected by cervical hernia
spreads to the lower parts of the body. The spine is a part of a person’s body that needs to remain stable and move at the same time. While trying to carry out these two at the same time, it both resists external stimuli and ensures that the body weight remains balanced.

As with any health problem, cervical hernia is a disease that can be diagnosed early and results can be obtained in a short time with the help of simple exercises.

Sudden movements, falls, not adequately warming the neck area in cold weather, traffic accidents, incorrect massage techniques, trying to carry a load that is more than it can be carried, trying to reach a high object by forcing the body to reach it before it is at the level of that object, being exposed to bumps, standing in the wrong position while working or sitting, falling asleep on the spot, Stress and fatigue that we cannot get out of life, exposure to air conditioning for a long time, not including simple exercises due to the working position while sitting, looking at the same point for a long time and staying fixed, smoking, intensive use of mobile phones, excessive movement as caused by staying fixed, genetics, wear and tear on the spine are other reasons that cause cervical hernia.

What are the Symptoms of Neck Hernia?

The most basic symptom of a cervical hernia is pain that starts in a certain area of the neck and spreads from the shoulder to the arm and hands. As a result, it causes numbness in the arm, hands and fingers.

As a result of numbness, the person loses the feeling of strength in the arms and hands, and may even start to have difficulty holding an object. He/she encounters balance problems. As a result of this balance problem, falls and difficulties in walking may occur. Some pain may also radiate to the upper chest and shoulder blade.

In addition to these, the most basic symptoms seen in the person are additionally the following;

  • Increased pain during sleep at night
  • Loss of balance in walking
  • Perceived loss of strength in the muscles
  • Difficulty concentrating on issues and situations
  • Experiencing back, leg, arm pains
  • Stiffness in the person’s neck
  • Experiencing sensory loss
  • Onset of flies in the eyes
  • Pain felt in one arm
  • The person develops tinnitus
  • The person experiences dizziness
  • Difficulty in the mobility of the neck

 

Neck Hernia Exercises

Neck hernia exercises are simple exercises that can be done by the person in his/her daily life. It should be done without straining the body, and it should not continue in case of difficulty. Light stretching movements should be done by proceeding carefully.

Putting the hands on the forehead and pushing the head forward and trying to resist this push, making slight stretches by tilting the head to the side based on the right and left ear level, trying to push the head backwards by putting the hands on the neck and trying to resist this, keeping the head upright, These exercises should be done for a maximum of five minutes a day and include simple movements such as stretching the shoulders, pulling the head forward and shoulders backwards, standing upright in this position and tilting the head slightly until you feel some tension in the neck while standing in this position. You may also prefer swimming as a sport, swimming is an ideal sport for cervical herniated discs.

 

Is Neck Hernia Treatable?

In the treatment of cervical hernia, the level of discomfort of the person should be determined and proceed with the level diagnosis made by the specialist doctor. Treatment should be diagnosed in line with the severity of pain and the reactions of the person’s body. As a result of the routine and necessary examination performed by the specialist doctor, the shape of the treatment process is revealed.

Simple exercises, painkillers, rest and rest, rest and rest, and continuing life by avoiding stress will be sufficient for the person who is diagnosed with a mildly severe cervical hernia.

However, surgery may be necessary in advanced neck hernias. The procedure performed in cervical hernia surgery is to remove the compression between the nerves in the neck. With this surgery, it is possible to increase the mobility of the spine and improve the load bearing of the person’s body.

Another preferred method for cervical herniated discs is a type of surgery using a microsurgical method called microdiscectomy. In this form of surgery, a small incision is made without damaging the skin tissue of the individual and the nerves are relieved. This method of surgery allows the person to continue his/her life flow faster. It is possible to be discharged without even wearing a neck brace.

The non-recurrence rate as a result of cervical hernia surgeries is not a one hundred percent guaranteed procedure. While recurrence may vary depending on the age of the person, the probability of recurrence of cervical hernia in young individuals is ten to fifteen percent higher.

 

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After cervical hernia surgery, a soft neck collar should be worn for the period determined by your doctor to prevent damage to the neck. You should wait for your doctor to discharge you from the hospital. sdtay under observation until the appropriate process has passed. You should not move as much as possible and should be hospitalized until the time determined by your doctor is over.

Again, the painkillers, medicines and creams given by your doctor should be used without interruption. You should be checked as much as your doctor deems appropriate. The operated area should be kept sterile. Dressings should be done carefully by your doctor without neglect.

After the operation, you should not eat or drink within the period determined by your doctor. Sore throat and difficulty swallowing are normal conditions after surgery. It is possible to minimize these problems with painkillers recommended by your doctor.

After the surgery, you should follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and not smoke, drink alcohol, etc. You should not consume products. If you had the surgery in winter, you should take care to keep your neck warm. In the first period of your surgery, you should prefer a toilet bowl as a toilet. You should also take care not to drive for a certain period of time. If there is any discharge in the surgery area, you should not neglect to see your specialist doctor.

We wish you a healthy day.

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Op. Dr. Özgür Oktay Nar

Op. Dr. Özgür Oktay Nar, specialized in orthopedics and traumatology, is experienced in foot and ankle surgery, sports injuries and minimally invasive surgery. In his private practice, he offers personalized treatment plans to his patients and applies the most up-to-date treatment methods for a healthy and active life.

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