Can cervical spondylosis cause a foreign body sensation in the throat?

Cervical spondylosis may cause a foreign body sensation in the throat, which is caused by cervical spondylosis compressing the surrounding nerves or blood vessels, leading to throat discomfort. Treatments include medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle adjustments.

1. Causes of foreign body sensation in the throat caused by cervical spondylosis

Cervical spondylosis is a common degenerative disease, mainly caused by cervical disc degeneration, bone hyperplasia or cervical joint disorder. When cervical spondylosis compresses the nerves or blood vessels in the neck, it may affect the sensory nerves in the throat, causing the patient to experience a foreign body sensation in the throat. This symptom usually manifests as a foreign body sensation in the throat, swallowing discomfort or tightness in the throat, but there is no obvious abnormality in the throat during examination.

2. Treatment of foreign body sensation in throat caused by cervical spondylosis

1. Drug treatment

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can relieve inflammation and pain caused by cervical spondylosis. Muscle relaxants such as chlorzoxazone can help reduce neck muscle tension. Neurotrophic drugs such as B vitamins can improve nerve function and relieve foreign body sensation in the throat.

2. Physical therapy

Cervical traction can reduce cervical pressure and relieve symptoms of nerve compression. Heat or infrared therapy can help relax neck muscles and improve local blood circulation. Neck massage and acupuncture can also effectively relieve throat discomfort caused by cervical spondylosis.

3. Lifestyle Adjustments

Maintain a good sitting and standing posture, and avoid looking down at your phone or computer for long periods of time. Choose a suitable pillow to maintain the natural curvature of the cervical spine. Perform appropriate neck exercises, such as neck stretching exercises and shoulder relaxation exercises, to strengthen the neck muscles.

3. Medical advice

If the foreign body sensation in the throat persists or is accompanied by other symptoms such as numbness of the arms, dizziness, etc., you should seek medical attention promptly and undergo cervical spine X-ray, CT or MRI examination to determine the extent of cervical spine disease and develop a targeted treatment plan.

Although the foreign body sensation in the throat caused by cervical spondylosis is common, the symptoms can be effectively relieved through reasonable treatment and lifestyle adjustments. Early intervention and preventive measures are particularly important to avoid further aggravation of the disease.