Causes of Cervical Spondylosis:
- Cervical spondylosis increases with age.
- Repetitive stresses of daily life. Jobs that involve straining the neck in awkward positions, with a lot of overhead work or repetitive twisting.
- Poor posture and slouching – which is becoming ever more prevalent in our sedentary lifestyles.
- Neck injuries to a specific level increase the stress on the whole neck, which leads to cervical spondylosis.
- Genetic factors – some people or families just seem to have more wear and tear than others.
- Nutrition and diet can have an effect on cervical spondylosis.
Chiropractic Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis
Whilst degenerative changes cannot be reversed, if symptoms of pain or stiffness occur then chiropractic treatment can be very helpful in maintaining good joint function in the areas of increased stress, above and below the affected levels, maintaining joint mobility and keeping the surrounding muscles relaxed, mobile and responsive, which improves mobility and helps lessen the pain.
Treatment may include joint manipulation to the tightened spinal segments, or may involve deep releasing muscles techniques to the cervical spine, suboccipital muscles, thoracic spine and upper back especially.
Many clients find that their conditions are significantly helped, although with the chronic nature of the wear and tear the symptoms may recur or require maintenance Chiropractic treatments.