How Do You Treat Spondylosis?
Spondylosis is arthritis of the neck. It may be caused by injury, aging, ligament problems, disk problems, bone spurs and the narrowing of the spinal cord. Symptoms include neck pain which can range form moderately annoying to severe and crippling. Treatment varies depending on the severity of the pain and the effectiveness of different treatment methods. Visit a doctor to explore your treatment options. Your doctor will take a medical history and perform tests to determine the severity of the neck pain. You may have a CT scan, X-ray or an MRI. Your doctor may then suggest treatment or refer you to a physical therapist or orthopedic surgeon. Try non-surgical treatment methods. Usually you will first try wearing a cervical collar or neck brace. This can help restrict motion and help any bone spurs or damage ligaments that may be causing the spondylosis to heel. You may also take NSAIDs during this time. NSAIDs, such as acetaminophen, are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications desig
