Can cervical spondylosis cause high blood pressure?
Disease description:
Recently, I'm not sure if it's because I've been looking down at electronic devices for long periods, but I've started having some neck and shoulder problems. I also constantly feel like my blood pressure is a bit high. So, may I ask, can cervical spondylosis cause high blood pressure?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Ge
Cervical spondylosis can cause high blood pressure. Patients with cervical spondylosis may experience elevated blood pressure, which is more common in those with sympathetic-type cervical spondylosis. Hyperplasia of the sympathetic nerves around the cervical vertebrae, vertebral compression accompanied by disc calcification, or changes in ligament curvature can increase sympathetic nerve excitability, leading to symptoms such as restlessness, chest tightness, and hypertension. Additionally, patients may suffer from insomnia, headache, and dizziness. In severe cases, changes in hearing and vision may also occur.
