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Suggest Treatment For Cervical Spondylosis
Question: As discussed with doc , doc is of the opinion that bones are in very bad stage . My father is in the business of wholsale of dryfruits , masala and grains. The nature of business requires him to travel on bike ,walk . he has very active body.
Want to understand the precautions to be taken and kind of diet(veg) and exercise needed to address the below mentioned issue. Do we have any medication to address this issue at the quickest . Also want to understand the rootcause of this issue
Report taken reads as follow
Loss of cervical lordosis
osteophytes seen at 5th, 6th and 7th cervical vertebrae
Spinal canal is normal
No evidence of cervical ribs noted
Apart from that he has pain in his knees when he walks
Impression
S/O Cervical spondylosis
Want to understand the precautions to be taken and kind of diet(veg) and exercise needed to address the below mentioned issue. Do we have any medication to address this issue at the quickest . Also want to understand the rootcause of this issue
Report taken reads as follow
Loss of cervical lordosis
osteophytes seen at 5th, 6th and 7th cervical vertebrae
Spinal canal is normal
No evidence of cervical ribs noted
Apart from that he has pain in his knees when he walks
Impression
S/O Cervical spondylosis
Brief Answer:
Physcal therapy wll help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Cervical spondylosis happens primarily due to degenerative changes secondary to age in the cervical spine. Treatment includes
1. Use of cervical collar helps in immobilisation and brings relief.
2. Medical drugs like pain killers - acetaminophen/ibuprofen and muscle relaxants might be helpful.
3. Methylcobalamin supplements are also recommended for nerve compression symptoms.
4. Cervical isometric exercises are beneficial to maintain the strength of the neck muscles. Neck and upper back stretching exercises, as well as light aerobic activities, also are recommended under the guidance of a physical therapist.
5. Hot fomentation helps in relieving acute symptoms.
6. You can avoid using a pillow.
He can take a calcium rich diet to help with the problem.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Physcal therapy wll help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Cervical spondylosis happens primarily due to degenerative changes secondary to age in the cervical spine. Treatment includes
1. Use of cervical collar helps in immobilisation and brings relief.
2. Medical drugs like pain killers - acetaminophen/ibuprofen and muscle relaxants might be helpful.
3. Methylcobalamin supplements are also recommended for nerve compression symptoms.
4. Cervical isometric exercises are beneficial to maintain the strength of the neck muscles. Neck and upper back stretching exercises, as well as light aerobic activities, also are recommended under the guidance of a physical therapist.
5. Hot fomentation helps in relieving acute symptoms.
6. You can avoid using a pillow.
He can take a calcium rich diet to help with the problem.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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