Question 1

Was recently diagnosed with cervical spondylosis.  my dad is in a wheel chair because of it.  how does this disease progress?

Accepted Answer

Most people have some form of cervical spondylosis as we age.  It basically is a fancy term for cervical arthritic changes. It is a bit early for a 35 year old such as yourself.  Spondylosis by itself won't put anyone in a wheelchair unless it causes cord compression resulting in cervical spondylotic myelopathy.  Also not everyone with cord compression gets myelopathy.  Hope this helps.

Question 2

Are the symptoms of cervical spondylosis bad?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spondylosis- arthritis of the neck usually manifests itself in neck pain and sometimes arthritis spurs which narrow the nerve exit hole(foramen) and the central spinal canal which can cause weakness and pain of an extremity as well as weakness of the arms and legs.  It can also be mild.  This is a significantly variable disease. See the neurosurgeon or orthospine surgeon.

Question 3

What do you recommend for cervical spondylosis?

Accepted Answer

Flexibility and range of motion exercises help keep the spine with good mobility and will keep your pain to a minimum.
Also, good physical condition, avoid smoking, and keep weight to the recommended level.  Obesity causes all spine conditions to be worse.

Question 4

Is it possible to reverse cervical spondylosis?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spondylosis  describes age-related wear and tear affecting the spinal disks in your neck. As the disks dehydrate and shrink, signs of osteoarthritis develop, including bony projections along the edges of bones (bone spurs). More than 85 percent of people older than age 60 are affected. Relief includes NSAIDS, Corticosteroids, Muscle relaxants, Anti seizure/depressants, Physical therapy

Question 5

Is cervical spondylosis curable?

Accepted Answer

Since cervical spondylosis is arthritis changes in the cervical spine, it cannot be cured.  It is a normal degenerative process as we age.

Question 6

Is there a cure for cervical spondylosis?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spondylosis is a disorder in which there is abnormal wear on the cartilage and bones of the neck (cervical vertebrae). This is develops over time and is often the result of posture, occupation, genetics, and normal wear and tear.  Often symptoms develop over time or can occur suddenly.  Prevention including smoking cessation, proper ergonomics, and posture are the best ways to avoid pain.

Question 7

Cervical spondylosis and weight training?

Accepted Answer

When left wieghts  over head , you load your spine all togethor especialy the cervical spine , if you have spondloysis tat could make worse.

Question 8

What are suitable job for cervical spondylosis ?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spondylosis is a very general term referring to arthritic degeneration of the cervical spine.   Many people have this type of degeneration with no symptoms and therefore this diagnosis by itself would have no restrictions.  Sometimes degeneration is severe enough to cause impingement of the nerve roots or spinal cord, which might require treatment, work restrictions, etc.

Question 9

What drugs are effective for  cervical spondylosis?

Accepted Answer

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories can relieve symptoms.  Nothing reverses the cervical spondylosis.

Question 10

Hi doctors, was just wondering what is cervical spondylosis?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spondylosis is the medical term for arthritis in the neck. Like getting gray hair or wrinkles, we all develop arthritis.  While we can't cure it, we can treat it and slow down the advancement.  See a neurosurgeon or spine surgeon to help you develop a treatment plan.

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Are the symptoms of cervical spondylosis bad?

What do you recommend for cervical spondylosis?

Is it possible to reverse cervical spondylosis?

Is cervical spondylosis curable?

Is there a cure for cervical spondylosis?

Cervical spondylosis and weight training?

What are suitable job for cervical spondylosis ?

What drugs are effective for cervical spondylosis?

Hi doctors, was just wondering what is cervical spondylosis?

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