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Neck spondylosis
I have been suffering from the problem of cervical spondylosis for 4 months
My X Ray report written in :-
Changes of degeneration are noted in the cervical vertebrae in the form of Small osteophyte at C5, C6, C7
Please anybody tell me is this serious ?
and what can I do.
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You should do neck stretching and strengthening exercises with proper guidance.
You should do posture correction exercises.
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You need to consult a Physiotherapist in person or through video call for treatment.
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Avoid Prolonged bending activities.
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Yes serious.
Posture corrections must.
Do daily neck stretching exercise.
Hot fermentation if pain.
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visit physiotherapy centre
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Do simple neck strengthening exercise...you can see it in my you tube channel "complete wellness"
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The pain is happening due to your continued looking down for professional and personal requirements plus gadget use. The x-ray degeneration findings are an reflection of the abuse one's neck has undergone.
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laptop ergonomics, workstation ergonomics, and modify daily activities such that the neck will remain in neutral and relaxed posture with ability to do the necessary work. follow desk discipline
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we can do a teleconsultation if you want
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There is No need to worry ,these changes are normal nowadays because of lifestyle.
Work on your sitting posture and start some neck stretches and strengthening exercise.
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There is no need to worry.
This is the degenerative condition.
If you have pain apply it water fermentation for 15 minutes twice a day.
Then apply any diclofenac ointment.
Then start the normal neck movements.
Then start the neck stretches for the sternocleidomastoid, trapezius muscles........
Then start with the strengthening exercises of the neck those are the neck isometrics.
You have to do these exercises twice a day.
Do not over strain do the exercises until the pain free range.
Next Steps
Consult through practo for proper guidance of exercises.
Health Tips
Use a brace if the pain is severe.
Avoid pillow.
Avoid travelling or journeys.
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Ms. Palki Upadhya (PT)
Physiotherapist
16 yrs exp
Pune
Hello sir
I am in Pune based you can consult me in my clinic
For further
Thank you !!!!
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Ms. Komal Jagtap Gaonkar (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
It is not serious issue.
Try to use pain relieving gel like volini gel or diclofenac gel.
Use hot water or ice pack three times a day 10 min-15min.
Strat doing exercises for neck like neck isometric exercises.
Shoulder strengthening exercises.
Shoulder stretching.
Neck streching like Trapezius, levator.
Next Steps
visit to nearest physiotherapy clinic or consult online session with physiotherapist.
Health Tips
avoid lifting heavy weight.
avoid stoop posture.
avoid long time using gadgets.
use small pillow while sleeping.
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Dr. Jacob Roshan Mathew (PT)
Physiotherapist
21 yrs exp
Bangalore
Spondylosis is degerative in origin. We all have some level of degeneration.
However it does mean that you have to make sure that you maintain good ranges at your neck and the upper thoracic area (area where neck connects to upper back).
It is at this stage that you could undertake for good strength along the surrounding areas such as shoulders, thoracic spine
- You also need to be sitting right....
Next Steps
start with a regular exercise program, have an ergonomic assessment....
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You could contact for an online consultation and exercise program
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Mr. Dixit N Vasani (PT)
Physiotherapist
18 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Of course it is not a condition where you can take it lightly and if it happens at this age then you have to be more cautious. You are diagnosed with cervical spondylosis a condition where degeneration takes place at the vertebrae levels.
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Mild cervical spondylosis might respond to: 1. Regular exercise: Maintaining activity will help speed recovery, even if you have to temporarily modify some of your exercises because of neck pain. 2. Over-the-counter pain relievers. 3. Heat or ice: Applying heat or ice to your neck can ease sore neck muscles. 4. Soft neck brace: The brace allows your neck muscles to rest. However, a neck brace should be worn for only short periods of time because it can eventually weaken neck muscles.
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1. Move neck and shoulder muscle timed as far as possible. 2. Keep the neck and shoulder warm and avoid the head or neck loading heavy things. Don't sleep with high pillow and excessive fatigue.
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