Cervical vertebral hyperplasia surgical methods

Written by Cheng Bin
Orthopedics
Updated on September 03, 2024
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In clinical practice, for patients with severe cervical spondylosis, such as those showing clear compression of the spinal nerves, exhibiting numbness, weakness, and pain in one or both arms, instability in walking, a sensation of stepping on cotton, or even abnormal urination and defecation, it is necessary to actively pursue surgical treatment. The surgery usually requires general anesthesia and involves the removal of the intervertebral disc, enlargement and decompression of the spinal canal, and vertebral interbody fusion with internal fixation. This should suffice. After the surgery, it is necessary to wear a neck brace for protection for about a month and a half, after which the neck brace can be removed to allow for appropriate activities.

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What should I do about bone hyperplasia?

For the issue of how to deal with osteophyte formation, the incidence rate is very high clinically. The treatment method mainly depends on the severity of the patient's osteophyte formation. If the patient's osteophyte formation is very severe, such as deformities in the joints or nerve compression that affect the patient's normal work or life, it is necessary to actively perform surgical treatment. For example, joint replacement or discectomy, spinal canal enlargement and decompression may be performed to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves. Additionally, it is necessary to actively use nutritional and neurological medications to promote nerve recovery. For cases of mild osteophyte formation, conservative treatment options include oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and medications that combat osteophyte formation. (Please use medications under the guidance of a professional physician and do not self-medicate.)

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Is it good to lie flat with lumbar hyperostosis?

In general, for patients with lumbar spondylosis, if there are no symptoms of sciatic nerve pain, lying flat is usually very effective, but it's best to sleep on a hard bed. If the patient's lumbar spondylosis has caused spinal nerve compression resulting in sciatic nerve pain, it is best for such patients to lie on their side. Side lying allows the knees and hips to bend, thereby reducing the tension on the sciatic nerve and effectively alleviating the symptoms of sciatic nerve pain. Additionally, for those with painful symptoms due to lumbar spondylosis, it is advisable to wear a lumbar support belt to protect the area.

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What to eat for calcium supplementation for osteophyte growth

It is advisable to use calcium carbonate or calcium lactate containing vitamin D, as vitamin D can promote the absorption of calcium in the body. Additionally, it is appropriate to sunbathe moderately and engage in regular exercise, maintain a balanced diet, and consume foods rich in calcium such as fish, shrimp, eggs, and milk, all of which help supplement calcium and enhance its absorption. If bone hyperplasia is severe, even sufficient calcium supplementation cannot reverse the localized excess bone growth. If bone hyperplasia severely affects mobility, surgical treatment may be necessary.

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Can osteophytes be massaged?

Osteophyte, or bone spur, symptoms such as localized pain can be alleviated through massage. However, massage only serves as a relief and does not aim to treat the bone spur itself. Clinically, the treatment for bone spurs also focuses merely on symptomatic relief; it is impossible to completely eliminate bone spurs through oral medications or other physical therapies. Besides massage, options such as acupuncture, physiotherapy, oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medications, as well as medications that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, can be used to relieve pain. Additionally, local injections, such as block injections, can also provide relief. However, it is important to remember that the dosage and frequency of block injections are limited; generally, one to two injections per month is the maximum. Excessive use of block injections can damage local muscles and ligaments, worsening the symptoms of bone spurs. (Please consult your doctor before using any medications and do not self-medicate.)

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What injection is used for bone hyperplasia?

Patients with bone hyperplasia, especially the middle-aged and elderly, are advised to take nutritional medications for bones annually, including calcium supplements and bone peptides, etc. These can help suppress the abnormal growth of bones and nourish the local bone tissue, while also preventing the progressive worsening of osteoporosis. It is also recommended to get appropriate sunlight exposure, but avoid overexposure to strong sunlight to prevent adverse reactions. Additionally, engaging in appropriate exercise and maintaining a balanced diet, especially consuming calcium-rich foods, can help in the comprehensive treatment of bone hyperplasia and osteoporosis.