What is Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy?

Cervical spondylotic myelopathy is a condition of the neck that arises due to wear and tear when the spinal cord is squeezed or compressed and is associated with aging.

What are the causes of Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy?

It is caused by the degenerative changes that occur in the spine called arthritis or spondylosis.

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References: 

• Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy. OrthoInfo. Available at: https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases–conditions/cervical-spondylotic-myelopathy-spinal-cord-compression Accessed on June 25, 2020.
• Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy. KeckMedicine. Available at: https://www.keckmedicine.org/cervical-spondylotic-myelopathy-complex-cervical-spine-disorders/ Accessed on June 25, 2020.
• Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy. Spine Health. Available at: https://www.spine-health.com/conditions/neck-pain/cervical-spondylosis-myelopathy Accessed on June 25, 2020.
• Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy. Mayo Clinic. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-spondylosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20370787 Accessed on June 25, 2020.

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