Do cervical disc herniations require surgery?

Whether surgery is required for cervical disc herniation mainly depends on the severity of the condition and the patient's specific circumstances. 1. Mild or early-stage patients: For patients with mild conditions and no obvious symptoms, conservative treatments such as medication, physical therapy, and traction are usually recommended. These methods can effectively relieve pain and other symptoms caused by cervical disc herniation. 2. Severe or late-stage patients: If the cervical disc herniation is severe and causes compression of nerve roots, the spinal cord, or blood vessels, leading to progressively worsening symptoms such as pain, numbness, and weakness, and if conservative treatments are ineffective, surgery may be a necessary option. Common surgical approaches include anterior cervical surgery and posterior cervical surgery. The specific surgical method should be determined based on the patient's condition and the doctor's recommendation.