Cervical Spondylosis is wear and tear of disc and cervical bones. It worsen with age and common a…
Cervical Spondylosis is wear and tear of disc and cervical bones. It worsen with age and common after 60 years. it is also called as Cervical Osteoarthritis. In general terms cervical spondylosis is the deviation of normal ,alignment of cervical spine. Causes: Bone spur: It occurs due to extra bone growth at edges. It can compress disc and nerve which gives pain,
Disc Dehydration: The gel like material in disc start drying over the time and cause pain in the neck and loss of movements.
Disc Bulge/Herniation: cracks in the dehydrated discs leads bulge in discs, which can compress on spinal cord. Injury: Any injury or any accident in neck can accelerate degeneration process.
Overuse or Repetitive Movements Injury: Occupational repetitive, movements, or heavy lifting can cause extra pressure on the cervical area. this is most common in the people who works for long duration in one specific posture(e.g. long sitting duration). Ligament injury: Ligament injury or stiffness with the passage of time can cause resistance and cause loss of movements and also gives pain. Symptoms: symptoms of cervical spondylosis may vary according to the problems. pain in neck or/and arms