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Trigger Point Therapy - Cervical Spondylosis
Posted by Jane Ziegler on
Cervical Spondylosis - Common Trigger Point Treatment Protocols More than 85 percent of people older than age 60 are affected by cervical spondylosis Cervical spondylosis is also known as arthritis of the neck. It is caused by the degeneration or “wear and tear” of the cervical spine, including the joints between the bones and the discs between the vertebrae of the neck. Abnormal spurs or growths on the edges of the vertebrae called osteophytes may also contribute to this condition. This is all part of the degeneration process that the body goes through as a result of ageing. In many people,...
Trigger Point Therapy - Cervical & Thoracic Spondylosis
Posted by Julian Knight on
Trigger points may have an impact on the development and severity of cervical spondylosis Trigger Points for Trainers Trigger Points for Therapists Spondylosis is a medical term for both osteoarthritis of the spine and the general wear and tear that occurs in the joints and bones of the spine as people age The term can be used to describe degeneration in the neck—when this occurs it is referred to as cervical spondylosis. When it occurs in the middle back it is referred to as thoracic spondylosis. Cervical Spondylosis The most common symptoms of cervical spondylosis are neck pain,...
Trigger Point Therapy - Neck Arthritis (Cervical Spondylosis)
Posted by Arnold Fomo on
Torsional Release for Trigger Points in the Neck See Course Details Most cases of neck arthritis respond well to conservative treatment Cervical spondylosis is extremely common. More than 85 percent of people over the age of 60 are affected. The condition most often causes pain and stiffness in the neck—although many people with cervical spondylosis experience no noticeable symptoms. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, in most cases, cervical spondylosis responds well to conservative treatment. Neck arthritis can manifest for a number of reasons including, genetic (inherited), occupational and/or historic trauma. Cervical spondylosis...
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