What causes vertebral artery spasm?
Oct 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
In general, there are many causes of vertebral artery spasm, such as poor lifestyle habits, hypertension, and cervical spondylosis. Poor lifestyle habits can trigger vertebral artery spasm, leading to symptoms such as headache and dizziness. Hypertension can also cause vertebral artery spasm, resulting in symptoms like vertigo and headache. Excessive neck movement may easily lead to vertebral artery spasm, causing symptoms such as dizziness.
Generally, there are many causes of vertebral artery spasm, such as poor lifestyle habits, hypertension, and cervical spondylosis. Patients should promptly visit a hospital for examination and receive medication treatment under medical guidance.
1. Poor lifestyle habits: If patients have unhealthy lifestyles—such as prolonged desk work or improper sleeping posture—they may develop vertebral artery spasm, leading to symptoms like headache and dizziness. Under a doctor's guidance, acupuncture, physical therapy, and similar treatments can help relieve symptoms. It is important to adjust daily habits in everyday life.
2. Hypertension: In patients with hypertension, arterial hardening may occur, which can trigger vertebral artery spasm and result in symptoms such as dizziness and headache. Under medical supervision, medications such as amlodipine besylate tablets or captopril tablets can be used for treatment. A light, balanced diet should be maintained in daily life.
3. Cervical spondylosis: Excessive neck movement or prolonged mobile phone use while keeping the head down may lead to cervical spondylosis, which can compress arteries and nerve roots, causing vertebral artery spasm and symptoms such as dizziness and upper limb numbness. Under a doctor’s guidance, treatments such as massage therapy and traction may help alleviate symptoms. Adequate rest should be ensured in daily life.
