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What happens if a cervical nerve root is severely damaged?

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LONGER TO RECOVER: If the root is chronically and fully compressed, could result in outer and inner nerve damage, which would truly require surgical decompression asap, but postop recovery could take months. However, the root could be salvaged.

Dr Refai agreed

Answered 6/24/2018

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