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Neck Arthritis - What To Do When The Pain Spreads Throughout The Body

Neck arthritis (also known as cervical osteoporosis) usually only targets the neck area. But what if the pain spreads to other areas of your body? What if you're also experiencing tingling, numbness, or weakness in your limbs? This article will give you a better idea of how neck arthritis works -- and how to treat it when the pain spreads.

What Causes Neck Arthritis?

Neck arthritis is a degenerative disease. Many individuals experience some form of it between the ages of 60 and 75, although it may strike younger individuals who have had some sort of neck injury in the past. The cartilage that cushions the neck vertebrae from each other may wear out or get damaged, causing pain when the bones rub against each other.

Also, neck injuries can cause fragments of bones to embed themselves in the cartilage, causing the neck pain. And sometimes, when the cartilage gets so worn out that nerves can get compressed between the vertebrae, the pain can shoot up and down the rest of the body.

How To Treat Neck Arthritis

Most cases of neck arthritis are mild, and can be easily managed with muscle relaxants and other drugs. Although drugs can help relieve the pain temporarirly it can addictive. A sturdy neck brace can help keep the neck straight and encourage proper posture among sufferers, reducing or preventing any re-occurrence of pain.

More severe cases of neck arthritis may require a larger, sturdier cervical traction device and more powerful drugs for pain relief. Sufferers will need to avoid moving their necks in awkward ways to prevent the condition from worsening.

More Severe Cases Of Neck Arthritis

When pain from neck arthritis becomes too great to bear, it may require hospitalization. Treatment includes the use of neck traction machines, which stretch and re-align the spine, more drugs, and pain relieving injections.

The most severe cases of neck arthritis may necessitate surgery. Invasive procedures are meant to repair damaged cartilage, remove offending bone fragments, and re-align vertebrae if necessary. The work needed can be verified through X-rays and MRI.

How To Prevent Neck Arthritis

Even when you're not suffering from neck arthritis yet, it's a good idea to minimize its likelihood of getting in the way of your golden years. The best way to prevent neck arthritis (and other problems of the spine) is by practicing proper posture, as it reduces unnecessary wear and tear in the cartilage between the vertebrae.

Exercise is also important. Strong neck and back muscles can support your core better, taking a good load off the bones and cartilage in the spine. Strong muscles also reduces wear from movement.

An Ounce Of Prevention Is Better Than A Pound Of Cure

Whenever you're in doubt about your neck pain, always see a doctor. But while you're healthy, do yourself a favor and practice proper posture, get lots of exercise, and don't sit or stand for long periods of time if you can help it. That way you'll stand your best chance of being vertical when the best years of your life roll around.

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Neck Arthritis - What To Do When The Pain Spreads Throughout The Body