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Cervical Spondylosis
Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
- Homeopathic Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
- Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
- Psychotherapy Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
- Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
- Surgical Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
- Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
- Other Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
What is Cervical Spondylosis
Symptoms of Cervical Spondylosis
Causes of Cervical Spondylosis
Risk factors of Cervical Spondylosis
Complications of Cervical Spondylosis
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Cervical Spondylosis
Precautions & Prevention of Cervical Spondylosis
Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
– Homeopathic Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
Homeopathic treatment offers quick and safe pain relief for Cervical Spondylitis. Improvement in the symptoms of Cervical Spondylitis may be experienced in about two to three days. The long term results of homeopathy are very encouraging. Following are some homeopathy medicines for Cervical Spondylitis.
Guaicum
Rhus Tox
Cimicifuga
Paris Q
Bryonia
Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
Acupuncture is a popular treatment used to help Cervical Spondylosis. Tiny needles are inserted into specific points on the body. Each needle may be twirled, electrically stimulated, or warmed to enhance the effect of the treatment. It is believed that acupuncture works (in part) by prompting the body to produce chemicals that help to reduce pain.
Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy may help to lower stress or relieve the painful feelings that are often associated with poor posture. The management of stress must be taught to such patients, and it is often necessary to take the help of a psychotherapist to help the patient. It only works if a trusting relationship can be built up between the patient and the psychotherapist. Relaxation method is done which is a combination of autogenic training and direct suggestion, the permission of a psychologic problem.
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical Spondylosis can be treated by conventional medicine. Anti inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen helps for relieving pain. In mild cases, your doctor may recommend that you take analgesics or prescribe nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Once the initial pain has been relived, he or she may also suggest neck exercise to maintain mobility and increase muscle strength. Conventional treatments also consists of neck brace, neck traction, bed rest, and cortisone injections.
Surgical Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
Surgery is not recommended in cervical spondylosis except in fewer cases when spinal cord is compressed by osteophytes. Surgical procedures may remove bone and disk tissue that is pressing on the nerves of the spinal cord, or stabilize the neck by fusing the cervical vertebrae.
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
• Avoid fatty, spicy and fried foods
• Intake of tobacco and smoke should be avoided.
• The diet should consist of salad of raw vegetables such as tomato, carrot, cabbage, cucumber, radish, lettuce.
• Steamed or lightly-cooked vegetables such as cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, spinach
Other Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
• Yogic Asanas can provide good results.
• Aerobic exercises such as swimming or walking.
• Treatment for Cervical Spondylosis can be through Ayurveda too
What is Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis is a common degenerative condition of the cervical spine. These include neck and shoulder pain, sub occipital pain and headache, radicular symptoms, and cervical spondylotic myelopathy. Cervical spondylosis usually affects middle-aged and older people. It is the most common cause of spinal cord dysfunction among people older than 55.
Symptoms of Cervical Spondylosis
• Weakness
• Pain.
• Headache
• Numbness
• Radicular symptoms
• Stiffness
Causes of Cervical Spondylosis
• Chronic degeneration of the cervical spine
• The cushions between the neck vertebrae
• Doing work that puts pressure on the neck region, like lifting heavy loads, gymnastics, etc
• A previous neck injury
• Bending for long periods of time.
• Watching the TV seated at an odd position that puts pressure on the neck
• Traveling for long distances and sleeping while seated.
Risk factors of Cervical Spondylosis
• The Cervical Spondylosis may run in families.
• Aging is the major risk factor.
• Past neck injury and past spine surgery
• Severe arthritis
• Smoking contributes to degenerative disk disease
• Wear and tear on your spine.
• A congenitally narrow spinal canal
Complications of Cervical Spondylosis
Some common complications of cervical spondylosis are:
• Chronic neck pain
• High blood pressure
• Progressive loss of muscle function or feeling
• Inability to hold in fecesor urine
• High blood pressure
• Abdominal distension and constipation
Diagnosis of Cervical Spondylosis
Diagnosis involves :
• Physical Examination often shows limited ability to flex the head to the side (bend the head toward the shoulder) and limited ability to rotate the head.
• A spine or neck x-ray shows abnormalities that indicate cervical spondylosis.
• CT (computed tomography scan) or spine MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) confirms the diagnosis.
• An EMG may also be recommended.
Precautions & Prevention of Cervical Spondylosis
• Use the correct equipment and techniques when playing sports.
• A hard bed is recommended with a thin pillow.
• The best exercises are low-impact activities, such as swimming, walking, or yoga.
• Good posture while standing, sitting, working at the computer
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