Patient History
Mrs. Shinde, 46, experienced persistent neck and left arm pain, tingling, and weakness despite medications and physiotherapy.
Symptoms before surgery
- Severe neck pain for 3 months
- Left arm pain with tingling and numbness for 2 months
- Weakness in elbow flexion and wrist extension on the left side
- Reduced left biceps reflex
- Disturbed sleep
- Failed conservative treatment
Diagnosis
Cervical radiculopathy due to disc prolapse
Treatment
She underwent Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) by Dr. Sangram Rajale.
After Treatment
Post-operative Outcome::
- Pain completely relieved immediately after surgery
- Resumed work within 3 weeks
- At 1-year follow-up, she is completely symptom-free and very satisfied with the outcome
ACDF is one of the most effective treatments for cervical disc disease, especially inpatients with persistent pain and neurological weakness.
If you have been advised spine surgery, or are struggling with neck pain, arm tingling, or weakness, consult Dr. Sangram Rajale, one of Pune’s leading spine surgeons.