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Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis is age-related wear of the discs and joints of the neck. By the age of 60 most people show it on an X-ray, and for the majority it causes only occasional neck stiffness. Problems arise when bone spurs or a bulging disc press on a nerve root (cervical radiculopathy, causing arm pain and tingling) or on the spinal cord itself (cervical myelopathy, causing clumsy hands, unsteady walking and bladder changes). Iswarya Hospital's neurosurgeons and physiotherapists treat most cases without surgery, using posture correction, neck strengthening, medicines and targeted injections. Surgery, such as anterior cervical discectomy and fusion or laminoplasty, is advised when the spinal cord is compressed or arm weakness is progressive, because cord compression does not reverse on its own.
⚠️ Common Symptoms
- Neck pain and stiffness, worse after long hours at a desk or on a phone
- Pain, tingling or numbness radiating into the shoulder, arm or fingers
- Weakness or clumsiness in the hands, difficulty with buttons or writing
- Unsteady walking or a feeling of heavy legs (cord compression)
- Headaches starting at the back of the head
- Grinding sensation when turning the neck
🚨 When to See a Doctor
For severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms, do not wait for an appointment callback. Seek emergency care. For a routine concern, our care team can help you choose the appropriate specialist. This page cannot diagnose your symptoms.
🏥 Treatment at Iswarya Hospital
Trusted expertise and global-standard neurological care, covering both neurology and neurosurgery for a wide range of brain and spine conditions.
👨⚕️ Our Neurology Specialists
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Neurology), PGDRM, FEBN, FNOH, FIHN
15+ years Experience
ℹ️ This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment.
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Not sure which specialist to see? Tell our care team the reason for your visit and we will help you choose.
- Bring previous prescriptions, relevant test reports or scan images, a medication list and photo ID.
- If you plan to use insurance, bring your policy details. OPD, tests and admission benefits depend on your individual plan and approval.
- Your first consultation determines which tests or treatments are needed; not everyone needs every test listed on this page.
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