Spondylosis, as a term, describes the generalized natural aging process that affects the spinal structures in a degenerative way. Also used synonymously with the term cervical osteoarthritis, the primary cause for this is aging. It is a term for the wear and tear that the spinal disk in your neck endures over the years. It leads to the development of bony projections along the edges of the bones. An orthopaedist will treat spondylosis with a combination of medication and physiotherapy.
It predominantly becomes more and more significant as one ages. The majority of people above the age of 60 are affected by cervical spondylosis.
For most people, the condition usually causes no noticeable symptoms. When they are present, they appear in the form of unbearable neck pain and stiffness.
Also, sometimes cervical spondylosis may result in the narrowing of the space needed by the spinal cord and the nerve roots that pass through the spinal cord and attach to the rest of the body. In case the nerve roots or spinal cord are pinched, it may lead to:
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, it is recommended that you see a doctor as soon as possible. An orthopaedist will be able to guide you on the best way forward.
As one ages, the bones and the cartilages degrade and wear out gradually. This wear and tear leads to changes like:
Risk factors for this condition include increased age, occupations that involve a lot of hunching and an uncontrolled smoking habit. Try to keep away from these risk factors to keep the aforementioned symptoms at bay. Also, keep in mind that severe complications can lead to extreme compression of your spinal cord causing permanent damage.
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Treatment with Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy, when combined with appropriate medical care can result in wonders when it comes to the treatment of cervical spondylosis.
Treatment with physiotherapy will include:
Physiotherapy alone can do little to heal and improve; it is recommended that physiotherapy be used as a supplement for surgery and medication related treatments.
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