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Indianapolis - Four-time league MVP Peyton Manning has undergone neck surgery to relieve pain caused by a pinched nerve.
The Colts issued a statement Wednesday announcing the surgery. The team says the injury has caused intermittent pain in Manning's neck for the past four years but never affected his training, practice or playing regimen.
Manning stayed overnight at the hospital and the surgery is not expected to prevent from participating in the team's offseason workouts.
Manning has never missed a start in his 12-year NFL career. His streak of 210 consecutive starts, including the playoffs, is second all-time among quarterbacks to Brett Favre.
The team posted the following on their website:
"Peyton Manning yesterday underwent a procedure to relieve pain in his neck caused by a pinched nerve. This condition has existed intermittently for the past four years, but at no time did it interfere with his training, practice or playing regimen. While it never has affected Peyton's activity on or off the field, the Colts' medical staff, after post-playoff examination, thought it best to resolve the situation now.
"The procedure was performed by Dr. Richard Fessler in Chicago. Peyton had only an overnight stay in the hospital and is on his way home. All medical personnel involved believe the issue has been resolved. Peyton fully expects to participate in the Colts' off-season program this Spring.
"This statement reflects the facts and views of Peyton, the Colts' medical staff and the Club. Consequently, we will have no further comment."
