I too have severe deterioration of my cervical spine, which was first found 28 years ago and has steadily worsened.

My neurologist has conducted Electrical conduction and muscle tests of my arms and hands. He found a 'non responsive' area in my cervical spine, but no nerve damage in my arms and hands. This was two years ago.

If or when there were nerve damage in my arms or hands I would consider surgery, otherwise I rely on Aleve, Gabapentin and prednisone to reduce inflammation and nerve pain.

I have small fiber neuropathy in my face, lips and tongue which at first my Neurologist thought might be caused by nerve compression in my cervical spine. But it isn't.

Trial and error and false leads to dead ends are frustrating. But this is part of having chronic conditions and complex conditions.

Our support groups are life lines for us.

Hugs, ElaineD