How to self-manage bone hyperplasia?

Written by Li Jin
Orthopedics
Updated on May 09, 2025
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Patients with bone hyperplasia should pay attention to rest and reduce climbing activities to avoid aggravating joint damage. At the same time, it is important to appropriately increase calcium intake by consuming foods rich in calcium, such as dairy products, soy products, kelp, shrimp shells, and ribs. Additionally, it is crucial to get ample sunlight and avoid overly vigorous activities, opting instead for walking, swimming, and practicing Tai Chi. These activities can help strengthen the body, and when symptoms do appear, symptomatic medication treatment can be used. Other helpful treatments include appropriate heat application, physical therapy, and massage to alleviate symptoms. These methods can effectively improve symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. (Note: Use of medications should be under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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What are the symptoms of bone hyperplasia?

Bone hyperplasia is mainly caused by degenerative joint changes. The symptoms vary depending on the affected area. For example, bone hyperplasia in the cervical spine can cause symptoms such as limb pain, numbness, weakness, dizziness, and nausea when it compresses and irritates vessels and nerves. Bone hyperplasia in the joints can lead to joint pain, swelling, fluid accumulation, restricted movement, and even deformities. In the case of lumbar spine bone hyperplasia, when it stimulates the nerve roots, it can cause symptoms like back and leg pain, and numbness and weakness in the limbs. Thus, it is evident that the symptoms of bone hyperplasia differ depending on the location.

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Causes of bone hyperplasia

There are several reasons for the onset of bone proliferation in clinical practice, with the main considerations being the following situations. For example, as age increases, it can lead to bone proliferation in patients. Additionally, some patients may engage in heavy physical labor, and the repeated local friction and stimulation can also lead to bone proliferation. Furthermore, if a patient sustains a local trauma, it can similarly lead to bone proliferation. These are common causes of bone proliferation. In mild cases of bone proliferation, the symptoms are usually localized pain. In severe cases, it may cause joint deformities and even impinge on spinal nerves.

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Age of onset of osteophyte formation

Bone hyperplasia is generally caused by degenerative changes that form bony structures, leading to localized pain. In severe cases, it can press on important nerves, causing a range of symptoms. Bone hyperplasia is generally a result of aging-related degeneration and is common in the elderly. However, heavy laborers or athletes can also develop localized bone hyperplasia due to repeated strain and injury. For example, football players may experience bone hyperplasia in the ankle and knee joints, while weightlifters may develop it in their lower back. Therefore, the age at which bone hyperplasia occurs varies depending on specific circumstances.

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How to recover from bone hyperplasia?

Bone hyperplasia is mainly caused by degenerative joint changes, trauma, chronic overuse, and other factors, leading to the destruction of cartilage and consequently causing a reactive proliferation of the cartilage. When bone hyperplasia is asymptomatic, it does not require treatment. However, when it causes irritation to surrounding tissues, symptoms such as pain and limited mobility may occur, and treatment is necessary. Treatment options include anti-inflammatory analgesics, drugs that nourish the cartilage, and other medical treatments. These can be combined with hot compresses, physical therapy, and joint injections. These methods can contribute to symptom improvement. When symptoms are more severe, conservative treatments are ineffective, and functional impairments occur, surgical methods may also be considered for treatment. (Please use medication under the guidance of a professional physician.)

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Symptoms of lumbar hyperostosis

The symptoms of lumbar spondylosis mainly include localized pain and limited mobility. This condition can be alleviated through conservative treatments such as massage, acupuncture, electrotherapy, and magnetotherapy to relieve localized pain. Alternatively, block therapy can be used for relief. It is important to note that block therapy rapidly reduces pain symptoms, but its duration is limited. Also, the frequency of using this method is strictly limited to a maximum of 1-2 times per month because the injection contains a high concentration of steroids, which can damage local muscles or ligaments and potentially worsen the pain. (For specific medication use, please follow the guidance of a doctor and do not self-medicate.)