Symptoms
Neck pain and stiffness, headaches, sometimes numbness or tingling radiating to shoulders/arms.
Cause
Age-related wear of neck vertebrae and discs, worsened by prolonged desk/screen posture.
Prevention
Maintain good posture at desks/screens, take movement breaks, strengthen neck muscles, avoid carrying heavy loads on the head.
Treatment
Physiotherapy and neck exercises, pain relievers, posture correction, hot compress; severe nerve compression may need specialist care. Commonly used medicines: diclofenac, paracetamol, gabapentin for nerve-related pain.
See a doctor if
Numbness, weakness in arms/hands, or loss of coordination develops.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Cervical Spondylosis?
Neck pain and stiffness, headaches, sometimes numbness or tingling radiating to shoulders/arms.
What causes Cervical Spondylosis?
Age-related wear of neck vertebrae and discs, worsened by prolonged desk/screen posture.
How can Cervical Spondylosis be prevented?
Maintain good posture at desks/screens, take movement breaks, strengthen neck muscles, avoid carrying heavy loads on the head.
What is the treatment for Cervical Spondylosis?
Physiotherapy and neck exercises, pain relievers, posture correction, hot compress; severe nerve compression may need specialist care. Commonly used medicines: diclofenac, paracetamol, gabapentin for nerve-related pain.
When should I see a doctor for Cervical Spondylosis?
Numbness, weakness in arms/hands, or loss of coordination develops.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10