Cervical spondylosis and neck pain, also known as osteoarthritis of the cervical spine, refers to the degeneration of structures (vertebrae, joints, spinal intervertebral disc, ligaments, tendons, muscles) of the cervical spine/ back of neck. Vertebrae are the bones stacked one above the other in the backbone. There are seven vertebrae in cervical spine present in the back of the neck immediately below the skull. Spinal discs are the intervertebral discs present in between the vertebrae that act as shock-absorbing cushions bearing all kinds of stress felt over the spine. Ligaments are bands connecting one bone to another. Tendons are the tissue bands that connect muscle with bone.
Symptoms of cervical spondylosis can include:
- Pain in the neck that may travel to your arms or shoulders.
- Headaches.
- A grinding feeling when you move your neck.
- Weakness in your arms and legs.
- Numbness in your shoulders, arms, or hands.
- Stiffness in the neck.
- Trouble keeping your balance
Homeopathic Medicines for Cervical Spondylosis and Neck Pain
The top homeopathic medicines for cervical spondylosis are Rhus Tox, Bryonia Alba, Guaiacum Officinale, Paris Quadrifolia, Kalmia Latifolia, Lachnanthes, Conium and Hypericum Perforatum.