How to Physically Examine Cervical Spondylosis

The physical examination of cervical spondylosis needs to be conducted in terms of cervical physiological curvature examination, muscle stiffness, and the presence of flexion and extension mobility disorders. Cervical spondylosis is a common disease in modern times, and the physical examination of cervical spondylosis includes localized examination of the cervical spine and mobility examination. 1. Local examination includes: whether the physiological curvature of the cervical spine is normal, whether the neck muscles are stiff, the degree of stiffness, and whether there are localized pressure and pain points, positive reaction points. 2. Mobility check includes: whether there is any limitation of neck flexion and extension, maximum range of motion and other aspects of the examination. Because there are many types of cervical spondylosis, it is also necessary to carry out some specific tests that require the cooperation of the patient, such as brachial plexus pulling test, intervertebral foramen extrusion test, intervertebral foramen separation test, etc. to determine the specific type of cervical spondylosis. Cervical spondylosis requires physical examination is divided into local examination and some specific examination, it is recommended that patients with cervical spondylosis-related discomfort symptoms, as soon as possible to the relevant departments of the regular hospital to determine the condition, so as to avoid delay in treatment.