HERE ARE THE ANSWERS: Q: What is Cervical Spondylosis? A: Cervical Spondylosis is a degenerative disease affecting the joints of the cervical vertebrae (Bones of the back of neck) with deposition of minerals in the discs (cushions) , which is present in between the vertebral bones. Q: What are the kinds of occupation which induces cervical spondylosis? A: Typist, Computer operators, Drivers of vehicles, Coal miners Occupations involving carrying and lifting heavy weights on their heads, for example, building construction workers. Q: How does a persons life style cause cervical spondylosis? A: Activities like reading and writing for prolonged period demands a continuous muscle and ligaments tension and can result in neck strain. Some of the activities that cause gradual strain of the structures of the neck leading to neck pain and stiffness include- Habit of holding the telephone on one shoulder and leaning at it for long time Sitting or standing still for long period Use of poorly designed desks and chairs can cause abnormal stress to the neck Driving continuously for long hours Sleeping in awkward position and with many pillows below the neck and shoulder Q: Suggest a home based simple posture exercise? A: Stand in front of the mirror with your back touching the walls. Try to push the wall with your back and neck. This exercise will correct your posture.
Posted on: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 13:00:09 +0000
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