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Cervical Spondylosis Treatment
Age-related wear and tear of the cervical spine's discs and joints.
What is Cervical Spondylosis? (सर्वाइकल स्पॉन्डिलाइसिस)
Cervical spondylosis is a common, age-related condition involving wear of the discs and joints in the neck, which can lead to stiffness, pain and occasionally nerve compression.
Common Causes
- Natural disc degeneration with age
- Long-term poor posture
- Repetitive neck strain
- Previous neck injury
Symptoms to Watch For
- Neck stiffness, especially in the morning
- Pain that may radiate to the shoulder or arm
- Headaches
- Occasional dizziness or grinding sensation on neck movement
How We Diagnose It
We assess cervical mobility, posture and nerve involvement to grade severity and design an appropriate, graded treatment plan.
Our Treatment Approach
Depending on severity, treatment for cervical spondylosis typically draws on:
Expected Recovery Timeline
While cervical spondylosis is a chronic, ongoing condition, most patients achieve significant symptom control within 4–8 weeks of structured therapy, with maintenance care thereafter.
Self-Care Tips
- Maintain a neutral neck posture during work
- Use a supportive pillow while sleeping
- Practice gentle daily neck mobility exercises
- Stay physically active to keep surrounding muscles strong
These are general self-care suggestions and are not a substitute for a personalised assessment. Please consult us before starting any new exercise if your symptoms are severe.
FAQs
The underlying wear-and-tear changes are generally permanent, but symptoms can be very well managed and often significantly reduced with the right treatment and lifestyle habits.