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What is cervical spondilitis and treatments?
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SPONDYLOSIS: It is a degenerative disorder of the cervical spine causing radiculopathy and myelopathy. Treatments are nsaids, soft cervical collar, laminectomy for severe cases.
Answered 2/13/2013
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Spondylitis: this typically means arthritis in the cervical spine. It can cause nerve impingement as well. Treatment includes medications, physical therapy, epidural steroid injections, or even surgical intervention.
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