Bone Spur in the Neck

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A bone spur in the neck or cervical spine is not a spur in the traditional sense, but more a smooth "bump" of bone. This growth is the body's response to excess pressure or friction from bone rubbing upon bone, which can be caused by the degeneration of cartilage in the vertebral column.

Symptoms of a Bone Spur in the Neck

While most bone spurs do not cause any symptoms, those that push upon a nerve root or the spinal cord can cause issues that are so severe they can keep a person from living a normal life. Symptoms of a bone spur in the neck will manifest themselves in the neck, upper back, and arms and will likely include one or more of the following:

Pain
Headaches
Tingling
Numbness
Limited mobility
Muscle weakness
Muscle spasms

Treatments for a Bone Spur in the Neck

Depending on the severity and cause of a bone spur in the neck, a treatment regimen can include many methods. However, they nearly always begin with conservative techniques such as:

Rest
Exercise
Stretching
Spinal decompression therapy
Physical therapy
Painkillers
Anti-inflammatories
Spinal cortisone injections

For more information on treatments for a bone spur in the neck, including endoscopic spine procedures, call or e-mail Laser Spine Institute. One of our spine doctors will be happy to review your CT scan or MRI free of charge and let you know if you qualify for one of our minimally invasive procedures, as well as discuss all your treatment options with you.

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