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Help, straightening expected cervical lordosis, some reversal. shallow left convex curve through cervical spine. moderate ddd marginal osteophytes.

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See details: These issues are secondary to osteoarthritis and muscle spasm. Physical therapy, especially cervical traction, often helps.

Answered 10/17/2018

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