Will cervical spondylosis cause chest tightness and shortness of breath?

Cervical spondylosis may cause chest tightness and shortness of breath, which can be relieved by improving posture, medication and physical therapy. The main reason for cervical spondylosis to cause chest tightness and shortness of breath is that cervical spondylosis compresses nerves or blood vessels, affecting respiratory function.

1. Cervical spondylosis compresses nerves or blood vessels: Cervical disc herniation or bone hyperplasia may compress the nerve roots or blood vessels in the neck, resulting in poor local blood circulation and affecting the function of respiratory muscles, thus causing chest tightness and shortness of breath. It is recommended to avoid bowing your head for a long time, maintain a correct sitting and standing posture, and perform neck stretching exercises regularly.

2. Cervical spondylosis affects the autonomic nervous system: Cervical spondylosis may stimulate the sympathetic nerves, leading to increased heart rate and blood pressure, which in turn causes chest tightness and shortness of breath. Symptoms can be relieved by medication such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac, and muscle relaxants such as eperisone hydrochloride. Neurotrophic drugs such as methylcobalamin can be used when necessary.

3. Cervical spondylosis leads to respiratory muscle dysfunction: Cervical spondylosis may affect the nerves that control the respiratory muscles, leading to weakness or poor coordination of the respiratory muscles, and chest tightness and shortness of breath. Physical therapy such as neck traction, hot compress, and electrotherapy can relieve symptoms, while deep breathing training, abdominal breathing exercises, and other respiratory function exercises can be performed.

Chest tightness and shortness of breath caused by cervical spondylosis requires timely intervention, combined with medication, physical therapy and lifestyle adjustments, and if necessary, seek medical attention for professional diagnosis and treatment to improve symptoms and prevent disease progression.