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Cervical spondylosis

Pain in the neck is common and may be a natural consequence of aging in people over 50. Like the rest of the body, bones in the neck (cervical spine) progressively degenerate as a result of ageing. Over time, arthritis of the neck (cervical spondylosis) may result from bony spurs and problems with ligaments and disks. The spinal canal may narrow (stenosis) and compress the spinal cord and nerves to the arms. Injuries can also cause spinal cord compression. The pain that results may range from mild discomfort to severe, crippling dysfunction.

SYMPTOMS

Cervical spondylosis can lead to chronic pain and stiffness in the neck that may also radiate to the upper extremities .

	Neck pain and stiffness may be worse with upright activity.
	You may have numbness and weakness in the arms, hands and fingers, and trouble walking due to weakness in the legs.
	You may feel or hear grinding or popping in the neck when you move.
	Muscle spasms or headaches may originate in the neck.
	You may feel that your head is too heavy for your body

A true diagnosis can only be made by x-rays or scan, but  a differential diagnosis can be made o n the basis of a thorough examination and age of patient

TREATMENT

Physiotherapy will generally consist of manual therapy to restore the movement of the bones in the cervical spine. Massage may be used to relax the muscles of the spine. Heat may be applied to reduce pain and increase movement. Postural exercises may be provided, along with muscle balancing exercises for the cervical spine. Although the condition is not reversible , physiotherapy can help the condition from progressing, and can reduce the pain of an acute flare up.