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How Can Severe Spondylosis And Osteoarthritis On The Neck Be Treated?
Hi, I had an accident, I have spondylosis on my neck and lower back 5/6 and osteoarthritis on my neck . Some time my daily life is so bad I can t lift any pots or walk, One of my neck disc moves to my left side then I get sever pain with flash of heat on my arm ,neck and head I go mad with pain . My Gp gave me gapateptin. Please can you give me advice and help me.
Tue, 18 Sep 2018
Hello,
I can understand your problem. for cervical spondylosis with compressive neuropathy.
You may need muscle relaxant along with cervical soft collar. Neck traction or physical therapy may useful.
Use tablet aceclofenac MR twice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult your neuro physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
I can understand your problem. for cervical spondylosis with compressive neuropathy.
You may need muscle relaxant along with cervical soft collar. Neck traction or physical therapy may useful.
Use tablet aceclofenac MR twice a day for five days. If symptoms not improved please consult your neuro physician he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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