Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Cervical Spondylosis: What To Do & What To Avoid

Cervical Spondylosis, also known as Cervical osteoarthritis or neck arthritis, is a common age-related condition that develops from wear-and-tear of the cartilages and bones found in Cervical spine.

A person suffering from Cervical Spondylosis is often misguided on what lifestyle to lead when it comes to taking care of the disease. Negligence can worsen the matter. However, here’s the good news: these simple tips can help you in effectively dealing with Cervical Spondylosis.

Cervical Spondylosis: what to do
  1. Regularly walk or engage yourself in low-impact aerobic activity.
  2. Do regular exercises to maintain neck strength and flexibility.
  3. Use a firm mattress and the right kind of pillow while sleeping. Cervical pillow is ideal.
  4. Turn to one side while getting up from the lying down position.
  5. In order to avoid holding the head in the same position for long periods, take breaks while working.
  6. Use a seat belt when in a car and wear a Cervical collar if advised.

Cervical Spondylosis: what not to do
  1. Avoid sitting for a prolonged period in stressful postures.
  2. Stay away from running and indulging in high-impact aerobics, if you have any neck pain.
  3. Do not carry heavy objects on your head or neck.
  4. Refrain from the habit of holding the telephone on one shoulder and leaning at it for a long time.
  5. Stop taking many pillows below the neck and shoulder while sleeping.
  6. Don’t lie flat on your stomach.

By. Dr. Shabtab Khalid

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