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Causes of Spondylosis
Spondylosis, or chronic degeneration of the intervertebral discs in the spine, is the most common cause of progressive spinal cord and nerve root compression.As people age, the intervertebral discs lose hydration and elasticity, and these losses lead to cracks and fissures in the outer wall of the disc. The surrounding ligaments also lose their elastic properties and develop traction spurs. The disc subsequently begins to flatten, causing the outer wall to bulge outward.
This gradual deterioration of the discs between the vertebrae is also referred to as Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD).
Spondylotic changes can result in spinal stenosis and foraminal stenosis.
Types of Spondylosis
Any level of the spine can be affected. Degeneration of the disc can cause local pain in the affected area. There are three types of spondylosis:
- Cervical spondylosis: When Degenerative Disc Disease specifically affects the neck.
- Thoracic spondylosis: When the mid-back is affected.
- Lumbar spondylosis: When the lower back is affected.
Spondylosis Statistics
- Symptoms of cervical spondylosis may appear in those as young as 30 years, and spondylosis usually starts earlier in men than in women.
- Spondylosis is a common condition that is estimated to account for 2% of all hospital admissions.
- It is the most common cause of spinal cord dysfunction in patients older than 55 years.
- Approximately 90% of men ages 50 and older—and 90% of women ages 60 and older—have evidence of degenerative changes in the spine.
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Treatment for Spondylosis
The Bonati Spine Institute advocates spondylosis patients to be well informed. We encourage you to contact us to request more information, a no-obligation MRI review or a personal telephone consultation. Find out why The Bonati Procedures are considered to be among the world’s best solutions for laser spine surgery.
