How to eradicate lumbar vertebral hyperostosis?

Written by Li Jin
Orthopedics
Updated on May 21, 2025
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Lumbar hyperostosis is mainly caused by degenerative changes and chronic strain in the lumbar spine. There is no way to completely eliminate hyperostosis, but proactive treatment can effectively improve symptoms and even achieve clinical recovery. Treatment is not necessary when there are no symptoms of hyperostosis. However, when it stimulates nerves and causes symptoms like lower back and leg pain, and numbness or weakness, treatment is necessary. Treatment options include anti-inflammatory analgesics, cartilage-nourishing medications, and can also incorporate hot compresses, physiotherapy, and injections to effectively alleviate symptoms. When conservative treatments are ineffective and functional disabilities severely impact daily life, surgical options may be considered. (Please consult a doctor before using any medication and do not self-medicate.)

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symptoms of bone hyperplasia

Under normal circumstances, in the early stages of osteophyte formation, the condition mainly manifests as localized pain in patients, especially during periods of increased activity or exposure to cold, when the pain is more pronounced. If the osteophyte formation progressively worsens over time and occurs in the spine, it may lead to conditions such as cervical or lumbar spine diseases. This, in turn, causes patients to experience neck pain, back pain, and in severe cases, symptoms such as dizziness, numbness in the arms, unsteady walking, a sensation of walking on cotton, and even abnormalities in urination and defecation. Additionally, if the osteophyte formation occurs in the joints, it often leads to joint deformities.

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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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Initial symptoms of bone hyperplasia

Bone hyperplasia in different parts of the body causes varying symptoms. Common sites for bone hyperplasia include the cervical spine, lumbar spine, and knee joints. Below, we primarily discuss the early symptoms of bone hyperplasia in the knee joint. In the initial stages, the onset of knee joint bone hyperplasia is relatively slow and may present symptoms of knee pain, characterized by persistent dull pain. Significant exacerbation of knee pain or accompanying numbness and popping sounds may occur during prolonged walking or strenuous activities. Additionally, the joint may show limitations in flexion and extension functions, with symptoms easing after rest. The pain is somewhat weather-dependent, worsening in cold or damp conditions and alleviating in a warm environment.

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Is bone hyperplasia easy to treat?

The treatment of bone hyperplasia is relatively complex. Because bone hyperplasia will exist for a long time, most treatments are mainly aimed at improving the clinical symptoms of patients. Although symptoms improve after active cooperation with the treatment, the pathological basis of bone hyperplasia always exists. Later, in the case of increased numbers or fatigue, it is easy to cause the recurrence of pain symptoms in patients. Bone hyperplasia can be treated with oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs and anti-bone hyperplasia medications. It is also necessary to reduce the amount of exercise, minimize local irritation, never get cold, and local heat application can be beneficial.

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Cervical spondylosis hot compress method

In clinical practice, there are numerous methods of hot compresses for patients with cervical spondylosis. For example, one can use a bag of heated salt, fried bran, or a hot water bottle for hot compresses. The main purpose of hot compresses is to promote local blood circulation, which can effectively alleviate the pain symptoms caused by cervical spondylosis, and the effects are quite good. It is best to apply hot compresses twice a day, with each session lasting more than half an hour for more noticeable effects. Additionally, patients with cervical spondylosis should try to keep their heads up as much as possible and not maintain the same neck posture for extended periods. Engaging in activities like playing badminton, flying kites, or swimming can help strengthen the neck muscles.