Question 1

how to know if i have cervical (neck) spondylosis?

Accepted Answer

Imaging : An MRI of the cervical spine can answer your question. Check out spine-health.Com.

Question 2

i need help! how do i know if i have cervical (neck) spondylosis?

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Radiology: Certainly symptoms of neck pain or radiating pain to the arms or hands may give you some indication of cervical spondlylosis. However, x-rays, CT scans or MRI scans can provide a visual confirmation and can pin down the level(s) of the spine that are affected. This is particularly important if any surgical treatment is necessary.

Question 3

do you have recommendations for reducing headaches at the base of the skull that are cervicogenic? i have cervical spondylosis. neck/upper back tight.

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Cervical pain: Depends on prior medications, x-rays, ct or MRI studies.

Question 4

sometimes my sternum pops when i move my head back. i have cervical spondylosis and neck pops, but this is sternum. why does it pop?

Accepted Answer

For the similar : Reason your neck does as with motion certain structures can change position and cause this sound or sensation which can range from muscle, tendon, ligament or joint mobilization.  There is nothing harmful about this.

Question 5

have cervical spondylosis. strained neck 3 weeks ago. did 5 sessions of physio. took celebrax. not much improvement. next course of action by doctor?

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Time: Just give it more time.  You note some improvement over 3 weeks.  This could take another 3-9 weeks to resolve.  Continue your current treatment as long as you continue to improve.  If you do not or worsen,  then follow up with your doctor for further evaluation which may include a change in medication or further imaging like a MRI or both.

Question 6

to diagnose cervicogenic dizziness caused by which disc of my neck with cervical spondylosis, which specialist should i consult first ? i got cervical x ray films already. neurologist, orthopedic ?

Accepted Answer

: Dizziness caused by neck pathology is often a tenuous and unsubstantiated diagnosis, and it is important to exclude central and vestibular problems as the cause.  A neurologist would be an excellent choice and would add that an otolaryngologist could provide audiological/ vestibular testing which could perhaps sort things out.  Persevere to uncover what is etiology.

Question 7

can cervical spondylosis cause neck pain, night sweats, lightheadedness and breathlessness? i have already had cardiologist rule out heart disease from tests?

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Perhaps: I have seen this many times. Worthy of a trial of physical therapy to sort out.  Could result in substantial relief?

Question 8

feel slight pain in my neck. i also have cervical spondylosis. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Neck pain: Cervical spondylosis can certainly cause neck pain.........And so can other things. Check with your doctor to see what's going on.

Question 9

what does cervical spondylosis feel like, a tight neck?

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Nerve damage: Stiff neck is a symptom, however, nerve damage manifesting as weakness, numbness and muscle wasting in the legs and urinary symptoms may be more troublesome.

Question 10

is it safe to drive two wheeler  if i have cervical and lumbar spondylosis it pains in neck if i drive but its my necassity?

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Not safe: U need 2 wear a helmet ; this alone will increase symptoms, as will bumps that jar ur entire spine, even if u r standing most of the time like a jockey riding a race horse. If it's a necessity for ur work u have 2 wiegh the pros ; cons; make a decision knowing the consequences.

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How to know if i have cervical (neck) spondylosis?

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I need help! how do i know if i have cervical (neck) spondylosis?

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Do you have recommendations for reducing headaches at the base of the skull that are cervicogenic? i have cervical spondylosis. neck/upper back tight.

A member asked:

Sometimes my sternum pops when i move my head back. i have cervical spondylosis and neck pops, but this is sternum. why does it pop?

A member asked:

Have cervical spondylosis. strained neck 3 weeks ago. did 5 sessions of physio. took celebrax. not much improvement. next course of action by doctor?

A member asked:

To diagnose cervicogenic dizziness caused by which disc of my neck with cervical spondylosis, which specialist should i consult first ? i got cervical x ray films already. neurologist, orthopedic ?

A member asked:

Can cervical spondylosis cause neck pain, night sweats, lightheadedness and breathlessness? i have already had cardiologist rule out heart disease from tests?

A member asked:

Feel slight pain in my neck. i also have cervical spondylosis. what could be wrong?

A member asked:

What does cervical spondylosis feel like, a tight neck?

A member asked:

Is it safe to drive two wheeler if i have cervical and lumbar spondylosis it pains in neck if i drive but its my necassity?

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