![]() See 3 Weeks to 3 Months After ACDF Surgery In such cases, physical therapy may help to work through stiffness, increase neck function, and reduce or prevent painful spasms as the muscles are reconditioned. For example, an anterior cervical discectomy with fusion (ACDF) surgery involves the fusion of 2 or more vertebrae in the neck, which can alter how some neck and upper back muscles move. Some surgeries performed on the neck can result in significant pain and stiffness in the weeks and months that follow. A physical therapy program can reduce pain and help return the neck to normal functioning. Some injuries, such as whiplash, can damage the neck’s soft tissues and joints, resulting in pain and/or stiffness that can last for weeks or much longer. ![]() ![]() Even without a diagnosis, increasing the strength of the neck’s muscles may help them to better support the cervical spine and become more resistant to pain. When neck pain lingers or keeps recurring, the exact source or mechanism of pain can be difficult to identify. Physical therapy for the neck might be recommended in a variety of cases, such as:
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