What can we learn from a Pro Athlete’s journey to neck surgery?

What we Can Learn from a Pro Athlete's Journey to Neck Surgery (SpineUniverse)
MLB third baseman David Wright undergoes surgery for herniated cervical disc
In light of the recent news that New York Mets' third baseman David Wright elected to undergo neck surgery to repair a herniated disc, there has been a buzzing discussion on the impact of such a decision on Wright himself, the team, and the season. And most of the questions swirling distill to one: Is this the right choice given the circumstances?
Professional athlete or not, this is a question most patients grapple with when it's time to c...