How is cervical spondylosis treated?
Cervical spondylosis is very common in clinical settings. The pathological changes mainly involve local muscle tension, spasms, and adhesions in the cervical area, combined with disturbances in the small joints of the cervical spine, as well as straightening or reverse curvature of the cervical spine. Sometimes, there may also be cervical disc herniation or cervical osteophyte formation. Once these pathological changes occur, a comprehensive conservative treatment needs to be implemented. Conservative treatment measures include massage, acupuncture, moxibustion, electrotherapy, wax therapy, etc. At the same time, some non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications can be taken orally. These medications can significantly alleviate pain and reduce symptoms. Additionally, some proprietary Chinese medicines that activate blood circulation, remove blood stasis, and relax tendons, as well as topical plasters with similar effects, can be taken or used. These constitute what we refer to as comprehensive conservative treatment. If the symptoms of cervical spondylosis still cannot be alleviated after these comprehensive conservative treatments and there are clear indications for surgery, surgical treatment may be necessary. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a doctor.)
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