When I had sx of a cervical herniation, I went to my family doc. After examining me he said that it could either be a cervical herniation or MS. It was going to take a while to get me into my neuro so he said to go ahead and get an MRI. Well it showed the herniation and he got me in to see a neurosurgeon right away who scheduled me for surgery the next day. I couldn't believe the pain relief I felt even in the recovery room. One of the best things I ever did!!!!