The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae and acts as bony protection for the spinal cord. This is important because injuries to the spinal cord can be devastating and result in disability.

This article discusses the anatomy of the spine in more detail, including its functions, segments, and parts. It also explores common conditions affecting the spine and when someone may consider ...

The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae, which are the smallest and uppermost in location within the spinal column. Together, the vertebrae support the skull, move the spine, and protect ...

Carlsbad, California–based Carlsmed designed the Aprevo devices to match the unique anatomical and alignment needs of each ...

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD Neck arthritis (also known as neck osteoarthritis or cervical spondylosis) is the degeneration of the joints, bones, and discs of the cervical spine of the ...

Joseph Osorio, MD, PhD, performed the first cervical spine surgery using Carlsmed’s aprevo device, the company said July 28. The aprevo devices are designed with Carlsmed’s proprietary artificial ...

This process is known as cervical degenerative disk disease. Research finds that about 25% of people without symptoms under age 40, and 60% over age 40 have some degree of degenerative disk disease.

Anterior cervical discectomy surgery (ACDF) is a procedure to reduce neck and back pain caused by disc problems. It involves removing an eroded or herniated disc from the neck and fusing the ...