Today's lifestyle and consistently working habits have given rise to many problems to neck and spine. One of these is cervical spondylitis. It is a type of degenerative disease in the bones and discs of the neck, which can cause pain, tightness and other complex symptoms over time.

What is cervical spondylitis?

Cervical spondylitis is the upper part of the spinal cord i.e. the condition of inflammation or concession in the neck. It may have problems of neck muscles stretch, pressure on the veins and inflammation in the bones.

Main characteristics

1. Persistent pain or stiffness in the neck
   • Difficulty in shaking neck when waking up in the morning
   • Sitting in a position for a long time
2. Axia
   • Pain can spread to the shoulders, arms and even hands due to pressure on the veins
3. Headache and dizziness
   • Especially with neck movement
4. Fingers
   • This may indicate that there is severe pressure on the veins
5. Focus

Potential cause

• Long -term use of computer or mobile
• Go to sleep
• Lifting
• Changes in bones with age
• Old -fashioned neck injury

Relief measures

1. Follow the right posture
   • Keep the neck and back straight while working
   • Keep the screen of mobile or laptop parallel to the eyes
2. Light exercise for neck
   • Exercise stretching and range-off-motion with doctor's advice
   • Yoga can also be helpful, such as Bhujangasana and Marjari A
3. Hot Sikai or Cold Strip
   • Helps reduce muscle stress
4. Pain relieving medicines (on doctor's advice)
   • Sometimes the pain may require medication or physiotherapy
5. Do not sit in one place for a long time
   • Walking or stretching every 30-40 minutes is beneficial
6. Use the right pillow and mattress
   • Use pillows that give right support to the neck

When to contact a doctor?

If the pain remains constant, feel weakness in the hands and feet, or it starts affecting the daily life, then contact the doctor immediately. This can be confirmed with the help of MRI or X-Ray.

Cervical spondylitis is a common but ignored problem, which can be controlled by correct information, changes in routine and regular exercise. If its symptoms are identified in time and appropriate measures are taken, then it is possible to get relief for a long time.