Spondylosis (Spinal Osteoarthritis) Basics

Could my neck or back pain be spondylosis?

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Could my neck or back pain be spondylosis?

Slide 1Spondylosis—also known as spinal osteoarthritis or spinal arthritis—is arthritis that causes inflammation of the joints of the spine. It can affect any region of your spine—from your neck to your low back—and it can be caused by degeneration of the cartilage that cushions these joints.

This slideshow highlights what you need to know about spondylosis, including causes, symptoms, and treatments.

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Reviewed by: Jason M. Highsmith, MD.

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Cervical spondylosis. MedlinePlus Web site. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000436.htm. Updated April 21, 2019. Accessed December 11, 2019.

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Spondylosis (Spinal Osteoarthritis) Basics

Could my neck or back pain be spondylosis?

Could my neck or back pain be spondylosis?