Through normal wear and tear, the discs in our neck can break down, causing pain and loss in mobility. Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion, or ACDF, is a spine surgical procedure that is performed through the neck. The incision is done in front of the neck because it’s easier to reach the disc. During this procedure, Dr. Burnham removed bone spurs or damaged discs that were pressing on the patient’s nerve, and fused the damaged disc to relieve neck and arm pain.