HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How Can Cervical Spondylosis Be Treated?

I was diagnosed with cervical spondylosis almost 2 years ago. I do see a rheumatologist. My symptoms at that time were spasms in the shoulders and shoulder blades. I went for P.T. and it really helped. I have followed the home exercises I was given. In the last two months or so I have been having shooting spasms up the back of my neck into the base of my skull. It is extremely painful. I have to do deep massage along with heat or ice to minimize the spasms. I have also had to break down and take a muscle relaxant as well. I go back in September to see the rheumatologist . Is there anything else I could be doing either preventatively or in the moment? Thank you. Carol Bodnar
Fri, 24 Nov 2017
Report Abuse
Ayurveda Specialist,  's  Response
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I would like to tell you that treatment of cervical spondylosis depends on the severity of your symptoms. You are almost doing well with your treatment options available. You can try acupuncture to reduce your pain.

For prevention of symptoms practice these:

- Sit and stand properly.

- Learn to lift correctly.

- Attain and maintain a healthy body weight.

- Eat healthy (a well-balanced, low-fat diet rich in fruits and vegetables).

- Stop smoking.

- Avoid excessive use of alcohol.

- Get plenty of rest.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Navneet Bansal
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
How Can Cervical Spondylosis Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would like to tell you that treatment of cervical spondylosis depends on the severity of your symptoms. You are almost doing well with your treatment options available. You can try acupuncture to reduce your pain. For prevention of symptoms practice these: - Sit and stand properly. - Learn to lift correctly. - Attain and maintain a healthy body weight. - Eat healthy (a well-balanced, low-fat diet rich in fruits and vegetables). - Stop smoking. - Avoid excessive use of alcohol. - Get plenty of rest. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Navneet Bansal