Treatment for spondylosis
More Information CT scan Electromyography (EMG) MRI Show more related information Treatment Treatment for cervical spondylosis depends on its severity. The goal of treatment is to relieve pain, help you maintain your usual activities as much as possible, and prevent permanent injury to the spinal cord and nerves. Medications If nonprescription pain relievers aren't enough, your health care provider might prescribe: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve), are commonly available without a prescription. You may need prescription-strength versions to relieve the pain and inflammation associated with cervical spondylosis. Corticosteroids. A short course of oral prednisone might help ease pain. If your pain is severe, steroid injections may be helpful. Muscle relaxants. Certain drugs, such as cyclobenzaprine (Amrix, Fexmid), can help relieve muscle spasms in the neck. Anti-seizure medications. Some epilepsy medications can dull the pain of damaged nerves. Antidepressants. Certain antidepressant medications can help ease neck pain from cervical spondylosis