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Q: Dealing with spondylosis

asked by: DoctorQuestion on April 18th, 2009

Hello Doc,
I have pain in my upper back somewhere close to the 'Rhomboideus major muscle' or the ' Serratus Posterior Superior' locations when seen on a Back-muscles chart.
I have had this pain for 2 years now and it shifts from the right side to the left side sometimes.
It pains on its own and it is sharp when I turn my neck to the extreme position. It also is severe in the mornings. I am a side-sleeper generally.
Currently undergoing physical therapy where I have been told that its just a muscular issue and strengthening of my back should see me through this problem. I have had the therapy on for about 2 months now.
The pain when i turn my neck seems to have reduced. But it still pains in a rather dull fashion when I tuck my neck down.This pain is felt just below the neck region on the back where it feels rather sore.
I am concernd if I will have to bear this condition forever. I am just 26 now and a lot of my activities have been put on hold due to this pain.

Please give your views

Replies(2)

Dr. Goce Aleksovski , MD

replied on April 20th, 2009

Back Pain Answer A6383

According to the data you provided, you might be experiencing muscle issues or cervical spondylosis. Spondylosis is a condition in which the intervertebral joints are affected. In time, pressure might be put on the nerve roots thus causing pain or paresthesia.

The treatment includes pain killers and/or physical therapy. The condition is chronic and the relief might be only temporary.

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