FAQs

1. What is Cervical Spondylosis?

Cervical Spondylosis is a degenerative disease affecting the joints of the cervical vertebrae (Bones of the back of neck) with deposition of minerals in the discs (cushions) , which is present in   between the vertebral bones.

2.Which doctor should I see for cervical spondylosis?

You can see an orthopedic doctor or a general physician.

3. What are the kinds of occupation which induces cervical spondylosis?

Typist

Computer operators

Drivers of vehicles

Coal miners

Occupations involving carrying and lifting heavy weights on their heads, for example, building construction workers.

4. How does a person's life style cause cervical spondylosis?

Activities like reading and writing for prolonged period demands a continuous muscle and ligaments tension and can result in neck strain. Some of the activities that cause gradual strain of the structures of the neck leading to neck pain and stiffness include-

Habit of holding the telephone on one shoulder and leaning at it for long time

Sitting or standing still for long period

Use of poorly designed desks and chairs can cause abnormal stress to the neck

Driving continuously for long hours

Sleeping in awkward position and with many pillows below the neck and shoulder

5. Suggest a home based simple posture exercise?

Stand in front of the mirror with your back touching the walls. Try to push the wall with your back and neck. This exercise will correct your posture.

6. What are the do’s and don’ts for a person with cervical spondylosis?

Do’s-

Avoid bad roads

Use firm collars while traveling

Exercise regularly

Do use firm mattress, thin pillow or butterfly shaped pillow

Do turn to one side while getting up from lying down

Don’ts-

Do not sit for prolonged period of time in stressful postures

Do not lift heavy weights on head or back

Do not turn from your body but turn your body moving your feet first

Do not lie flat on your stomach.