CERVICAL SPONDYLOSIS
What Is Cervical Spondylosis?
Cervical spondylosis is also called cervical osteoarthritis. It is a condition involving changes to the bones, discs, and joints of the neck. With age, the discs of the cervical spine gradually break down, lose of fluid, and become stiffer. Cervical spondylosis usually occurs in middle-aged and elderly people.It occurs early in persons pursuing ‘white collar jobs’ or those susceptible to neck strain because of keeping the neck constantly in one position while reading,writing etc.
Symptoms:
• Pain –tingling in nature
• Stiffness
• Neck pain
• Shoulder pain
• Headache
• Muscle tightness: the muscles covering the regions like back of neck, shoulder, side of neck will be stiff and painful.
When to see a doctor
If you have joint pain or stiffness that doesn’t go away, make an appointment with your doctor.
