Why does cervical osteophyte formation occur?
Disease description:
My cervical spine has always been problematic. After a hospital examination, the doctor diagnosed it as bone spurs (osteophyte formation). I would like to know, what causes cervical bone spurs?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Mingxuan
Cervical osteophyte formation may be caused by trauma to the neck. Previous cervical injuries, such as cervical fractures, dislocations, or soft tissue contusions, can lead to local bone damage in the cervical spine, thereby causing osteophyte formation. Secondly, exposure to cold may also contribute, as it could result in localized aseptic inflammation in the neck, which in turn may trigger osteophyte development.
