Patients Undergoing Cervical Spine Surgery Achieve Improved Sleep Quality Over Time

Key Points

• Sleep improved or remained stable in over 90% of patients following cervical spine surgery, highlighting its potential effectiveness.
• Changes in sleep improvement were most influenced by preoperative sleep scores and the patient's age, suggesting personalized care may be beneficial.
• Postoperative improvements in mental health depended on prior enhancements in both physical health and sleep quality, illustrating their interconnection.
• Young patients with above-average baseline sleep quality often faced disruption post-surgery, indicating the need for tailored strategies.

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