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Cervical Spine Problems

22 November 2021

Spine Surgery | Dr. Pradeep Kriplani
Cervical Spine Problems

Cervical Spine Problems And Prevention – Essential Details

The majority of the individuals experience mild to moderate Cervical Spine problems at least once in a couple of months. The human body's motion routinely does not cause any trouble, but it is not shocking that signs expand out of the wear and tear of daily life activities or injuries or over-usage. Cervical spine injuries and problems typically occur during recreational activities, sports activities, chores around the home, or tasks associated with work.

Pain in this part can feel like a knot of stiffness or like severe pain. And this kind of pain can spread to the arms, upper back, shoulder and even generate headaches.  Movement of the cervical spine can generally be restricted more to one side than the other. Cervical spine pain indicates pain anywhere from the area at the skull or in the shoulder, or at the base of the neck.

Conditions That Can Create Cervical Spine Issues:

The cervical spine is flexible and backs up the weight of the head, which is why the neck can be vulnerable to conditions and injuries which create restricted motion and pain. Cervical spine pain causes involve:
Harm to the discs of the cervical spine and Arthritis can generate a painful nerve. Cervical spine pain caused by any pinched nerve typically influences one side of the arm and the cervical spine on that side. The other signs can take places, such as weakness, tingling sensation numbness in the hand or arm.

While on the other hand Torticollis is generated by severe muscle contraction on a specific side of the cervical spine, which is why the individual's head tilts to one side. The chin is typically rotated at the opposite side of the cervical spine. Torticollis can be present in someone's body structure from birth which means it is congenital or generated by diseases or injuries.

Prevention:

Good Posture: While sitting or standing,  make sure that ears are correctly over their shoulders and their shoulder blades are in a straight line with the head above.

Take Frequent Breaks: If the individual is working long hours at their laptops or using mobile phones for long or traveling a long distance, they should get up every 40 minutes to stretch their shoulders and neck and walk around.

Adjusting the Workstation:  Set up the computer, chairs, and desk in such a position so that the screen can be high. Knees should always be slightly lower than the waistline, and individuals should always utilize the chair's armrest.

Quit Smoking: If the individual is smoking, they should quit because it can put them at higher threat of developing cervical spine pain.

No Heavy Lifting: Individuals should also try to avoid carrying heavy backpacks with poor straps over the Shoulders. This weight can injure their neck.

Besides the tips mentioned above, sleeping in a proper position is also suggested. Making use of a small cushion under the

cervical spine can help while sleeping on the back, with thighs situated on the cushions will flatten the spinal muscle.

Dr. Pradeep Kriplani

Dr. Pradeep Kriplani

Sr. Orthopedic Surgeon
MBBS, Ms (Ortho), Training in Sports Medicine

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