Oral medications for cervical osteophytes are generally preferred to symptomatic drugs such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and opioids can be used if the pain is more severe, which needs to be done under the guidance of a doctor.
1. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: such as ibuprofen, aspirin, diclofenac sodium, etc., mainly play a role in relieving neck or back pain.
2. Opioids: Tramadol, bupropion, etc. can be used for patients with more severe pain, and NSAIDs are ineffective.
For patients with osteophytes can also be traction, massage, physiotherapy, etc., to relieve neck and back pain. In normal life, pay attention to maintain the correct posture, do not sit for a long time or long time head down, maintain a posture, avoid joint strain.