Cervical Disc Herniation
Diagnosis

Your doctor will check your range of motion in your arms, shoulders and neck. Other tests may include:

• X-rays
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) An MRI provides detailed pictures of the spine that are produced with a powerful magnet linked to a computer
• Computed Tomography (CT) Scan A CT scan uses a thin X-ray beam that rotates around the spine area. A computer processes data to construct a 3-dimensional, cross-sectional image
• Myelogram This is an X-ray of your spine taken after a special dye has been injected into the spinal column. It can show pressure on the spinal cord or problems with discs or vertebrae
• Discography This test is sometimes used to evaluate back pain in preparation for surgery