Cervical spondylosis is a disorder that results from abnormal
growth of the bones of the neck and degeneration and mineral
deposits in the cushions between the vertebrae. Progressive neck
pain is a key indication of cervical spondylosis. It may be the
only symptom in many cases. Examination often shows limited ability
to bend the head toward the shoulders and limited ability to rotate
the head. The goal of treatment is relief of pain and prevention of
permanent spinal cord and nerve root injury.
Review Date: 05/13/2010
Reviewed By: Mark James Borigini, MD, Rheumatologist in the Washington, DC Metro
area. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed
by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
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