• CareCredit Pay Online
  • Resources
  • Blog
P: (225) 754-8888 | F: (225) 755-2147
(225) 754-8888
HealthFlex
(225) 754-8888
×
  • Practice Areas
    • Diabetes
    • Foot and Ankle
    • Hands, Wrist & Elbow
    • Hip Pain
    • Knee Pain
    • Neck and Back
    • Shoulder
    • Work Related Injuries
  • Treatment Options
    • Physical Therapy
    • Revision Surgery
    • PRP
    • Stem Cell Therapy
    • Total Ankle Replacement
    • Telemedicine
    • Medical Marijuana
    • Baton Rouge IV Therapy
  • Wellness
    • The Healing Sole – Plantar Fasciitis Pain
    • Well Theory – Natural Medicine By Dr. Warner
    • Aesthetic Wellness
    • Medical Marijuana
  • Providers
    • Meredith Warner, MD
    • Kyle Lindow, DPM
    • Mary Nell Andereson, MD
    • Kristin Guedry, PT, DPT, ATC
    • Danielle Imarata, PT, DPT
    • Lauren Broussard APRN
    • Orthopedic Surgeon
    • Podiatrist
  • Educational Seminars
  • Contact
  • Blog
July 9, 2017Ahmed

Cervical Spondylosis (spon-dee-low-lye-sis) is a crack or stress fracture in one of the vertebrae, the small bones making up the spinal column. This injury occurs mostly in children and adolescent athletes who participate in sports that involved stress upon the lower back – such as gymnastics, football, and weightlifting.

In spondylolysis, the crack or fracture most often occurs in the fifth vertebrae of the lower spine. This area is most vulnerable to injury from the repetitive stress and overuse that characterize many sports. Because their spines are still developing, children are most at risk for cervical spondylosis; however, this can happen to people of all ages.

Sometimes, the stress fractures weaken the bone so much that it I unable to maintain its position in the spine, causing the vertebrae to shift or slip out of place. This is called Cervical Spondylosis.

Most cervical spondylosis patients do not have obvious symptoms. When symptoms do occur, the most common symptom is lower back pain, which may feel similar to a muscle strain, radiate to the back of the thighs or worsen with activity. Patients may also experience muscle spasms with this condition, which can lead to back stiffness, tight hamstrings and difficulty standing or walking.

For most patients with this condition, back pain will improve with conservative, non-surgical treatments. Your doctor will almost always recommend a period of rest from sports and other strenuous activity. Rest and relaxation are key when treating cervical spondylosis, and your doctor may also recommend bracing the area for a short period of time as well as attending some physical therapy. Patients whose pain is persistent may need surgery to relieve the symptoms.

Schedule an Appointment

    Recent Blog Posts

    • Here’s Why Saunas Stimulate Muscle Growth Jun 18
    • CBD VS THC For Stress Jun 11
    • How Cannabis Can Help Relieve Stress Jun 10
    • How To Age With Grace: Combating Menopause Symptoms Naturally Jun 3
    • Understanding COX-2 Inhibitors And Heart Disease May 27

    Warner Orthopedics & Wellness

    Warner Orthopedics & Wellness

    (225) 754-8888

    9373 Barringer Foreman Rd., BR 70817

    Physical Therapy Direct Line

    (225) 412 - 9987

    Patient Portal

    Clinic Visit

    Post-Operation Instructions

    FAQ’s for Dr. Warner

    Disclaimer

    Medical Marijuana

    Latest Posts

    • Here’s Why Saunas Stimulate Muscle Growth Jun 18

      Saunas are a popular post-workout activity. They do more than...

    • CBD VS THC For Stress Jun 11

      CBD or THC for Stress Relief? If you’re experiencing stress...

    • How Cannabis Can Help Relieve Stress Jun 10

      For many, stress can be hard to manage. Prescription stress...

    Copyright ©2022 all rights reserved
    Built by Tech Advocate Group