Is osteophyte formation serious?
Updated on May 20, 2025
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Bone hyperplasia is like a natural condition that arises as people age, similar to how black hair gradually turns white. It refers to the formation of bone spurs as one grows older. This occurs because the ligaments and joint capsules around the joints become less tight over time. Humans have a significant compensatory ability to form new stabilizations. The ligaments and joint capsules around the joints may calcify to create this new stability. Therefore, bone hyperplasia is not considered a disease per se. As long as it does not compress nerves or blood vessels, it is generally not serious and does not require treatment.
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