Cervical Spondylosis Treatment

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Cervical Spondylosis: An Overview

Cervical Spondylosis, or arthritis of the neck, is a collective term used to identify several age-related changes in the vertebral bones in the neck area. These changes are expected in almost 85% of the people above 60 years of age.

In Cervical Spondylosis, the soft disks between your vertebrae are compressed, causing them to dehydrate and shrink, forming bony spurs or projections along the edges of the bones. The condition is most often characterised by pain, discomfort and stiffness in the neck region.

Cervical Spondylosis significantly increases the risk of developing other issues like:

Cervical Myelopathy or constriction of the spinal cord in the neck region.
Cervical Radiculopathy or a pinched nerve in the neck region.

Spine 360 has the best spine surgeons in Bangalore for Cervical Spondylosis treatment. We offer medically proven non-surgical and surgical treatments to rectify this condition. We urge you to consult our specialists to gain respite from pain and prevent the further escalation of your cervical spondylosis condition.

Cervical Spondylosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Warnings

Risk factors and Causes

Although prolonged wear and tear of the neck bones and cartilage is the primary reason for cervical Spondylosis, the problem can also occur due to:

Age - normal part of aging – strongest risk factor

Occupation - Professions involving continuous, repetitive neck movements, abnormal posture, or increased overhead work put excess stress on your neck.

Injuries - Prior neck injuries increase the risk of developing cervical spondylosis.

Genetic and hereditary factors

Smoking - linked to accelerated degeneration

Prior cervical spine surgery

Symptoms

Most symptoms are mild in the form of neck pain, which subsides with physiotherapy or rest. However, some people develop progressive symptoms or features of Myelopathy (weakness, stiffness or numbness), which warrants surgical intervention. Some of the common symptoms of Cervical Spondylosis include:

Most of the time there may not be any symptoms
Progressive neck pain – dull ache, soreness or spasms
Limited range of neck movements, stiffness in the neck
Weakness, tingling, or numbness in one or both arms or legs

Bowel or bladder incontinence (control issues that may cause you to use the bathroom more)
Difficulty walking (unsteady gait – loss of balance)
Decreased functioning of hands – such as gripping objects or problems in writing or buttoning shirt etc

If you experience any of the above symptoms, or if your pain interferes with your daily activities, kindly consult your specialist at Spine 360 without further delay. Although the condition is commonly associated with ageing, we offer treatments to alleviate the pain and stiffness.

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Diagnostic Tests for Cervical Spondylosis

To diagnose Cervical Spondylosis accurately, our doctors may suggest:

X-Ray

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MRI

CT Scan

Non-Surgical Approaches For Cervical Spondylosis

Cervical spondylosis is treated initially with a trial of conservatively management:

Medications

Medications: for reducing pain and inflammation such as paracetamol, Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) such as aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy: use of heat or ice packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and massage along with muscle strengthening exercises. These treatments can relax tight muscles and ease pain or discomfort.

Percutaneous injection therapies

Local anaesthetic may be injected around the compressed nerve (transforaminal nerve sheath injection) – both diagnostic and therapeutic
Epidural steroid injection
Facet joint injection – Significant pain relief and psychological benefit

Cervical Spondylosis Surgical Options at Spine 360

Surgery may be required in severe or unresponsive cases – to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, and to add stability to the spine. These include:

Anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF)

This is a common procedure used to treat cervical spondylosis. The surgery begins with the removal of the degenerated disc (or discs) that is causing pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots. The fusion stabilises the spine in that region and prevents abnormal movement or further degeneration.

Cervical arthroplasty (artificial disc insertion)

This procedure is an alternative to spinal fusion and aims to preserve motion in the affected segment of the spine. The surgery begins with the removal of the degenerated disc , and then insertion of an artificial disc into space.

Posterior cervical laminectomy and decompression

This surgical procedure with or without fusion is used to treat cervical spondylosis by removing the lamina, the part of the vertebra covering the spinal canal. This creates more space, relieving pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots.

Minimally invasive posterior cervical lamino-foraminotomy

The procedure involves a small incision in the back of the neck. The surgery specifically targets the lamina (part of the vertebra that forms the roof of the spinal canal) and the foramen (the opening through which nerve roots exit the spine). A small portion of the lamina (laminotomy) will be removed and may enlarge the foramen (foraminotomy) to relieve pressure on the affected nerve root(s).

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Cervical Spondylosis: An Overview

Cervical Spondylosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Warnings

Risk factors and Causes

Symptoms

Diagnostic Tests for Cervical Spondylosis

Non-Surgical Approaches For Cervical Spondylosis

Cervical Spondylosis Surgical Options at Spine 360

Gain Respite From Neck Pain

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