Can cervical bone hyperplasia be restored by exercise?

Cervical spondylosis can improve symptoms and enhance quality of life through reasonable functional exercises, but it cannot completely restore to the state before the disease. Bone hyperplasia is a manifestation of joint degeneration. With age or long-term improper weight bearing, the proliferating bone spurs will compress the nerves and surrounding tissues, causing pain, stiffness or other discomfort. However, through proper exercise, the stability of the neck can be promoted and blood circulation can be improved, thereby alleviating symptoms and preventing further deterioration.

In terms of exercise, you can try three types of exercise: one is neck stretching exercises, such as neck flexion and extension movements, each held for 5 seconds to improve stiffness; the second is core muscle strengthening, such as sitting resistance head rotation exercises, which can improve stability; the third is aerobic exercise such as swimming, which can not only relieve joint pressure, but also improve blood circulation throughout the body. However, it should be noted that exercise should be avoided during the acute pain period, and sufficient rest should be provided for the compressed nerves. Maintaining a good sitting and sleeping posture and avoiding long-term head-down work are also important parts of treatment.

In terms of exercise, you can try three types of exercise: one is neck stretching exercises, such as neck flexion and extension movements, each held for 5 seconds to improve stiffness; the second is core muscle strengthening, such as sitting resistance head rotation exercises, which can improve stability; the third is aerobic exercise such as swimming, which can not only relieve joint pressure, but also improve blood circulation throughout the body. However, it should be noted that exercise should be avoided during the acute pain period, and sufficient rest should be provided for the compressed nerves. Maintaining a good sitting and sleeping posture and avoiding long-term head-down work are also important parts of treatment.

It is recommended to consult a doctor or rehabilitation therapist before exercising to develop a personalized exercise plan. If symptoms worsen after exercise, or serious symptoms such as numbness in the hands or dizziness occur, you should seek medical attention in time. The doctor may recommend physical therapy, electrotherapy, or surgery to solve the compression problem if necessary. The combination of reasonable exercise and scientific treatment can effectively control the progression of the disease and improve the quality of life.