Spondylosis

Symptoms

For most people, cervical spondylosis presents with minimal symptoms.

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Tingling, numbness, and weakness of upper and lower extremities.

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Lack of coordination and difficulty in walking

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Loss of bladder or bowel control

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Stiffness

Causes

The causes of cervical spondylosis may include:

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Dehydrated discs. Discs act as a shock absorber between the vertebrae of your spine. By the age of 40, most people’s spinal discs begin to shrink, which allows more bone-on-bone contact between the vertebrae.

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Herniated discs. Age also affects degeneration. Mild cracks often appear, leading to bulging (herniated) discs — which sometimes can pinch on the spinal cord and nerve roots.

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Bone spurs. Disc degeneration often results in bone spurs. This bone growth can pinch the spinal cord and nerve roots.

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Stiff ligaments. Ligaments are the structures of tissue that connect bone to bone.

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Spondylosis is a process of aging.

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Jobs that involve repetitive movements, awkward positioning, or a lot of overhead work put extra stress on your neck.

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Neck injuries. Previous neck injuries lead to an increased risk of cervical spondylosis.

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Genetic factors.

Diagnosis

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X-ray. It can show abnormalities, such as bone spurs, which indicate cervical spondylosis. Neck X-ray can also rule out rare and more serious causes for neck pain such as stiffness, such as tumors, infections, or fractures.

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CT scan. A CT scan can provide more detailed images of bones.

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MRI can help to find areas where nerves might be pinched.

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Helps the spinal canal to provide more detailed X-ray or CT imaging.

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This test measures the electrical activity in your nerves.

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Nerve conduction study. To measure the strength and speed of nerve signals.

Treatments

Pain killers may relieve the pain temporarily, but it does not cure in all cases. Most of these problems may be managed without surgery with physical therapy. If it is an acute case (less than 6 months) icing is recommended to reduce the muscle ache. IFT, Ultrasound, and TENS are the electrotherapy modalities in physiotherapy management. Neural mobilization is very effective to relieve tingling and numbness to the lower limbs.

Our Spinal Wellness Program is a combination of manual and advanced therapeutic modalities, specific to individual patient conditions and diagnoses. Spinal decompression is an advanced version of traction which allows a negative pressure of -150 to -200 mm Hg to help the disc shrinks to its original shape. It applies computer-controlled pulling forces at measured angles to gently distract specified spinal segments. This distraction in the joints relieves pressure within the disc and any pinched nerves which promotes the movement and absorption of fluids and nutrients in the disc space. These fluids and nutrients are adequate to maintain disc health. Progressively these mechanisms can help to relieve pain.

Back ergonomic guidance and correction is critical for proper rehab and is extremely important for backache management as it helps in preventing recurrence. This consists of proper postural habits, a proper work environment, back exercises, and modifications in activities of daily living.

Elements of Spinal Wellness Program

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Spinal Decompression Therapy

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Pain Management

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Exercises

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Nutrition & Diet Management

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Lifestyle Management

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Ergonomics Guidance

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