Cervical spondylosis is a condition involving the natural wearing down of bones, cartilage and ligaments within the neck and spine. At Vitalis Physiotherapy, our specialised treatment aims to:
Spondylosis is a term referring to the natural wearing down in the neck, referred to as the cervical spine. This area of the spinal column is comprised of vertebral bones, discs, ligaments and cartilage. Cervical spondylosis can also be called arthritis or osteoarthritis of the neck. Bone spurs, thinned discs, thickened ligaments and cartilage loss are all part of spondylosis. Most people don’t experience any symptoms, while others may experience pain and muscle spasm.
As one gets older, the spine undergoes changes as a result of normal wear and tear over the years. Additional risk factors include obesity, smoking history, sedentary lifestyles, high impact activities and other conditions (e.g., diabetes, IBS, Lyme disease, etc.).
There are typically 5 main causes of cervical spondylosis:
As there are different causes and presentations of cervical spondylosis, you may be referred to get scans (X-ray, MRI and/or CT). A physiotherapist will then be able to assess the severity of the condition and the treatment required. Timely diagnosis and treatment can prevent cervical spondylosis from developing into a chronic condition.
At Vitalis Physiotherapy, we tailor a treatment plan to best fit your recovery goals through:
Your physiotherapist may also advise heat or ice application, rest and if necessary, pain medication. Additionally, they might recommend for you to useneck support (braces), a Therapeutic Pillow, or to improve gait and posture throughcustom foot orthoticsand othersupportive footwearoptions.
Are you in pain caused by cervical spondylosis? Contact Vitalis Physiotherapy now to book in your treatment. Call our friendly team on 0410 559 856. We’d love to help.
