Cervical Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Treatments, Risk Factors, Diagnosis
Cervical Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Treatments, Risk Factors, Diagnosis
Approaching from the back would be used to perform either a laminectomy or a laminoplasty. In a laminectomy, the rear parts of the vertebrae in the neck -- the lamina and spinous processes -- are removed. In a laminoplasty, the vertebra is left in place, but is cut free along one side. Both procedures relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
As with any surgery, there is risk of infection or complications with anesthesia. Surgery is usually followed by a rehabilitation program.
In this article
- What Is Cervical Spondylosis?
- What Are the Risk Factors for Cervical Spondylosis?
- What Are the Symptoms of Cervical Spondylosis?
- How Is Cervical Spondylosis Diagnosed?
- What Are the Treatments for Cervical Spondylosis?
- When Is Surgery Needed for Cervical Spondylosis?
When Is Surgery Needed for Cervical Spondylosis? continued...
Approaching from the back would be used to perform either a laminectomy or a laminoplasty. In a laminectomy, the rear parts of the vertebrae in the neck -- the lamina and spinous processes -- are removed. In a laminoplasty, the vertebra is left in place, but is cut free along one side. Both procedures relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.
As with any surgery, there is risk of infection or complications with anesthesia. Surgery is usually followed by a rehabilitation program.
