Cervical spine surgery usually lasts for more than ten to twenty years, and there is no specific time frame that can be generalized, as it is closely related to the patient’s condition as well as his or her lifestyle habits. Patients are advised to seek medical attention if they experience any discomfort after cervical spine surgery. There are many types of cervical spine surgeries, such as cervical decompression surgery, cervical fusion surgery, etc. Patients usually do not need to undergo surgery again for more than 10 to 20 years after the surgery, but it is also related to the patient’s specific condition, and bad habits may trigger neck diseases again. After cervical spine surgery, patients should pay attention to the protection of the neck, avoid trauma, change the bad posture, go to the hospital regularly for review, and follow the doctor’s instructions for rehabilitation exercises after cervical spine surgery.