Neck Pain: What the best orthopedic surgeon says about its treatment and prevention




Cervical spondylosis is one of the commonest problem in tech-workers, phone-addicts and the writers as well. Being an orthopedic surgeon in Noida and Agra, I am giving treatment to lots of cervical spondylosis patients. Due to increasing text & tech scenario, the cervical disorders are best known as text-neck or tech-neck rather than cervical spondylosis. Basically, whenever you stress your neck by keeping it in inappropriate positions for a long period of time, then the muscles around the neck (the cervical area) get taught. The tight muscles go into spasm and if the posture is not corrected in time, then it starts having its effects on bone as well.

What is Cervical Spondylosis?


It is a disorder in cervical spine that in the bones of your neck. The spinal curve straightens out, the space between the vertebral bodies is reduced, the small bony spikes (osteophytes) can be seen on the edges of the vertebrae.

What are the symptoms of cervical spondylosis?


The symptoms of cervical spondylosis involve:
  1. Pain in neck
  2. Spasm or feeling of tightness in neck and upper back muscles
  3. Vertigo like symptoms can be experienced.
  4. Tenderness on the tight area of neck is also present, that is the person feels pain when the area is touched or pressed.

How can it be diagnosed?


The symptoms and the x-ray confirm the disorder. No need of excess tests and imaging studies. Just the patient’s symptoms and an x-ray will take an experienced surgeon towards the diagnosis.


What is the treatment of cervical spondylosis?


  1. The medicines are given to soothe the pain and relax the muscles.
  2. The calcium intake is increased if required.
  3. Physiotherapy treatment is prescribed, cervical traction, TENS, Hot water fomentation are given.
  4. Exercises are prescribed to make the muscles stronger.
  5. Posture is observed and correction is advised.
  6. Ergonomic care is given, the height of chair, computer level and hand position should be monitored and corrected.
  7. Cervical collar is prescribed but only in severe cases.

How can the cervical spondylosis be prevented?


The most effective prevention is
  • Correct posture
  • Movement of neck in all directions after a period of continuous work.
  • Neck exercises
  • Calcium and vitamin D rich diet.

At my clinic I see many patients suffering from cervical spondylosis in my clinic at noida and I treat them with utmost care so that the problem doesn’t get repeated and is treated once and for all. Being regarded as the best orthopedic surgeon in Agra, I try my level best to treat them in all aspects of life along with preventing the relapse of the disease.

You can book an online appointment with Dr Badhwar here.

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