subject: Patient Suitability For Neck Surgery [print this page] Head and neck pain is a common medical problem faced by many people. Also known as cervical pain, this pain may be caused by a range of medical conditions, as well as through injuries and accidents. In some cases, an ENT specialist may recommend neck surgery to treat the underlying cause of the pain. ENT London is a leading ENT clinic that specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of neck pain, as well as head and neck surgery.
Structure of the Neck
The neck consists of seven vertebrae that form the upper part of the spine. Within the vertebrae lies the spinal cord and canal. Around the neck and head area, there are a collection of nerves, muscles, arteries, veins and glands. Medical conditions affecting any of these parts could result in neck and head pain, which in some cases, may require neck surgery.
Will I Need Neck Surgery?
When a patient consults an ENT specialist in regards to neck pain, the doctor will first start by reviewing the history of the symptoms that the patient has experienced. The ENT doctor will examine the patient, and make a note of the location, intensity, duration and other factors of the pain, before making a diagnosis. The treatment of head and neck pain depends on its specific cause. Depending on the case, it may include rest, physical therapy or even head and neck surgery.
As every case for neck pain is different, we advise patients to have a consultation with one of our ENT doctors for a definitive diagnosis of their particular problem. Depending on the case, our ENT specialist may suggest diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CAT scans, bone scans, MRI scans, or electromyography (EMG). Only after making a very detailed assessment, the examining specialist at ENT London will be able to prescribe the ideal treatment; be it medication, physiotherapy, neck surgery or another specific treatment.
Only a highly experienced ENT doctor is able to verify if whether a particular individual is suitable for neck surgery or not. In cases where head and neck surgery is recommended, the appointed ENT specialist at our clinic ensures that a detailed explanation of what the neck surgery will involve are provided so that the patient can make an informed decision. It is vital that patients discuss the potential risks, complications and benefits of neck surgery in depth with their ENT specialist before making a final decision as whether to proceed with the procedure.
At ENT London, we are fully focused on providing the highest standard of health care. The ENT specialists at our clinic are highly experienced in the field of head and neck surgery. We are renowned throughout the United Kingdom for our success rate and dedication in treating patients who require neck surgery.
