Cervical Spondylosis: Home Remedies

Holistic treatment of cervical spondylosis is much like treatment of other chronic pain conditions. Over the counter pain medicine such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen is always an option when there is a pain flare up. But keep in mind...all medications have side effects, and there is always a risk of drug interactions when taking multiple medications...therefore all medication should be used prudently.This is precisely why it's a good idea to know about alternative ways to care for chronic pain conditions!

So, keeping that in mind...what other strategies can be used to treat cervical spondylosis?

Heat or ice can be applied, especially if the neck muscles are feeling sore.

Soft neck braces can be used. But a word of caution: using neck braces for a short time is ok; with extended use the muscles of the neck can actually become weaker. In short, less is more.

Regular exercise is really a terrific option. Arthritis Today, a publication of the Arthritis Foundation, reported a study that says precisely that. You can read the article by clicking the link above. This article also provides a few neck exercises for you to try. This publication also has articles about the benefits of yoga practice for arthritis sufferers, or the option of chair yoga for those whose physical limitations require a modified practice.

Last but not least, still another article on this site offers advice for neck pain sufferers on how to select a pillow that's a good fit. Sleep quality also an important in the holistic sense; a good night's sleep makes all the difference in the world. Finding a pillow that's a good fit for you might well be the key!

Sources: Wikimedia; Arthritis Today; Mayo Clinic

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