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Cervical Stenosis
What is Cervical Stenosis?
The cervical spine, or neck, consists of seven bones called vertebrae, separated by discs that act as shock absorbers. Running through the center of these vertebrae is the spinal cord, which carries messages between the brain and the body. At each level, the spinal cord gives off small branches called nerve roots. These nerves travel to and control parts of the head, neck, shoulders, and arms.
Cervical stenosis is a condition that develops as part of the natural aging process of the spine. Over time, the discs between the neck bones (vertebrae) can become thinner, and the edges of the vertebrae may develop bony overgrowths. These changes can cause narrowing (stenosis) in the spaces where the spinal cord and nerve roots travel. This compression can lead to symptoms like neck pain, numbness, or weakness. Physiotherapy plays a key role in managing these symptoms by improving mobility, strength, and posture.
What are the symptoms of cervical stenosis?
When the narrowing of the spinal canal compresses a nerve root, it can cause pain, tingling, or pins and needles that radiate down one arm. This is often referred to as cervical radiculopathy.
Other common symptoms include:
- reduced range of movement
- swelling/inflamation
- stiffness
- weakness
- numbness
- spasm
What Should I Do If I Have Cervical Stenosis?
If you think you may have cervical stenosis, it’s important to book an appointment with a physiotherapist. A thorough assessment can help confirm the diagnosis and determine how much your symptoms are affecting your daily life.
Physiotherapy Treatment for Cervical Stenosis
Physiotherapy plays a key role in managing cervical stenosis. After your initial assessment, your physiotherapist will design a personalized treatment plan aimed at:
- Electrotherapy
- Massage
- Range of movement exercises
- Balance Exercises
- Proprioceptive Exercise
Does Cervical Stenosis Have Any Long-Term Effects?
In some cases, symptoms of cervical stenosis may not fully resolve with conservative treatments like physiotherapy alone. When nerve compression persists, it can lead to ongoing pain, weakness, or loss of function. If non-surgical management is not effective, surgical intervention may be considered.
Surgery for cervical stenosis typically involves widening the spinal canal or nerve root openings to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. While this can significantly improve symptoms, all surgical procedures carry some degree of risk. Therefore, surgery is usually only recommended after all conservative options, including physiotherapy, have been thoroughly explored.
To arrange an appointment, please call +65 81535374 or visit acephysiosports.com.
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