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Cervical spondylosis is a common condition characterized by neck pain, stiffness, limited mobility, and other associated symptoms. It is caused by degeneration of the cervical spine, most of which are caused by long-term poor posture, lack of appropriate exercise, excessive neck fatigue and other reasons. Patients often experience distress and discomfort, and long-term pain can seriously affect quality of life. So, how can you tell if you have cervical spondylosis?Below, I will summarize the five common symptoms of cervical spondylosis for your reference.
The first symptom: neck pain. Neck pain is one of the most common symptoms of cervical spondylosis, and patients experience discomfort such as neck soreness, heaviness, and swelling pain. The pain can range from mild to severe, and may be localized or radiating to the arms, fingers, etc.
Second symptom: stiff neck. Degeneration of the cervical spine causes deformity of the cervical joints, limiting the movement of the neck. Patients may wake up in the morning with a stiff neck and inflexibility, which requires slow movement to relieve.
The third symptom: numbness and weakness in the fingers. People with cervical spondylosis may experience numbness and weakness in their fingers. This is because the cervical spine compresses the associated nerve roots, and conduction function is affected, resulting in paresthesias in the fingers and loss of muscle strength.
Fourth symptom: headache and dizziness. Patients with cervical spondylosis often have headaches and vertigo. This is because the cervical artery is compressed due to cervical degeneration, resulting in insufficient blood supply to the brain, resulting in headaches and dizziness.
The fifth symptom: shoulder and back pain. Cervical spondylosis often causes shoulder and back pain, and the pain points may not be limited to the neck, but may also extend to the shoulders, back, and other areas. This is because degeneration of the cervical spine can lead to degeneration of adjacent cartilage and ligaments, compressing surrounding tissues and nerves, causing pain.
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, then there is a good chance that you have cervical spondylosis. In the case of cervical spondylosis, traditional Chinese medicine has unique advantages, which can alleviate the condition by improving qi and blood circulation, regulating spinal function, and eliminating dampness.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that cervical spondylosis is mostly related to factors such as liver and kidney insufficiency, poor flow of qi and blood, and internal arrest of dampness and evil. Therefore, the key to cervical spondylosis is to regulate the liver and kidneys, promote blood circulation and eliminate blood stasis, and dispel dampness and open the body. Acupuncture, massage, cupping, moxibustion and other traditional Chinese medicine methods can be used to improve blood circulation in the neck, relieve pressure on the cervical spine, and promote the development of lesions.
In addition, there are some ancient prescriptions in traditional Chinese medicine that can be used for cervical spondylosis. For example, the "Little Red Stone Spot Removal Cream" in "Qianjin Fang" can ** plaque and pain caused by cervical spondylosis. This freckle removal cream is made of Chinese herbs such as rosin, acacia flower, liquor, etc., which has the effect of warming the meridians, dispelling wind and activating blood, and has a good effect on cervical spondylosis.
All in all, cervical spondylosis is a common and symptomatic disease, but it can be effectively alleviated through the methods of traditional Chinese medicine. If you find yourself experiencing common symptoms of cervical spondylosis, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible and receive scientific and reasonable **. And in daily life, we should pay attention to the correct sitting and standing posture, avoid looking down at the mobile phone or computer for a long time, and maintain appropriate exercise and rest to help prevent the occurrence of cervical spondylosis.
Health References:
1.Wang Li. Progression of acupuncture and moxibustion ** cervical spondylosis[J].Chinese Journal of Acupuncture, 2011, 31(2):159-161