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@kensie123,
I have that at C5, C6. Mine is from osteophytes crowding the foramenal space. The foramen can be widened to let let the nerves exit easily with minimenally invasive procedures. I'll have my osteophytes removed, probably when I'm 75. Different things can narrow that space. Your might be ligament or disc or like mine little bone spurs. You might find a spine surgeon who specializes in those endoscopic surgeries. Tony Mork is one I'll consider eventually. https://drtonymork.com/
Some surgeons specialize in fusion. So it's best to receive more than one opinion.

Cervical nerve 5 controls the deltoid muscles of your shoulders and your biceps. C5 provides sensation to the upper part of your upper arm down to your elbow.
Cervical nerve 6 controls the extensor muscles of your wrist and is involved in the control of your biceps. C6 provides sensation to the thumb side of your forearm and hand.
Cervical nerve 7 controls your triceps and wrist extensor muscles.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22278-cervical-spine

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Mine is due to DDD, arthritis and cervical radiculopathy, pressing on a nerve??