Can practicing yoga cure cervical spondylosis?

Jul 24, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have been diagnosed with cervical spondylosis. A colleague suggested I try yoga—can yoga cure cervical spondylosis?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Practicing yoga cannot cure cervical spondylosis; it can only alleviate pain symptoms caused by the condition. Patients with cervical spondylosis should, under a physician’s guidance, take medications such as mecobalamin tablets and vitamin B1 tablets to manage and control the disease. Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided, as they may exacerbate the condition. Additionally, traditional Chinese medicine therapies—including acupuncture and massage—may be beneficial. Daily moderate physical exercise is also recommended to strengthen musculature.