What Is Cervical Stenosis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
4. Herniated Disks
Our vertebrae are each separated by a type of cushioning disk. These help to cushion the forces placed on the spine and prevent each vertebra from coming into direct contact with the others. These disks can dry out as time goes by and this can cause them to become brittle.
This can cause the exterior of the disk to crack, allowing the softer interior to be forced out through the crack. A herniated disk is a relatively common condition and it can be very uncomfortable for patients that have it. This can cause a number of unwelcome symptoms for the patient. One of which is cervical stenosis.
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