What should I do if cervical spondylosis causes pain during sleep?
Disease description:
My cervical spondylosis has flared up these past two days, and I keep experiencing pain during sleep at night. I would like to know what I can do about neck pain caused by cervical spondylosis while sleeping.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
To alleviate neck pain caused by cervical spondylosis during sleep, it is generally advisable to avoid using pillows that are too high or sleeping without a pillow. It's also important to keep the neck warm to prevent worsening of cervical pain. Additionally, applying heat, massage, or physical therapy to the back of the neck may help; if necessary, medications such as blood-activating and meridian-unblocking agents or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can be used according to medical advice to relieve pain. In daily life, strengthening exercises for the muscles, fascia, and ligaments of the neck and shoulder region can also help reduce symptoms of cervical spondylosis.
