A member asked:

I have cervical myelomalacia i wonder if there is neck exercises that can help this is very painful. my doctor will not do surgery?

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Cord changes: Myelomalacia refers to changes that have already occurred in the spinal cord. Neck exercise will not change that but it is a good idea to maintain good strength and tone of your neck and arm musculature especially if if there is associated weakness.

Answered 2/9/2015

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Dr. Atif Malik answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Yes: Yes, neck exercises can help with some amount of the pain.

Answered 4/13/2013

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