Cervical spondylosis with cervical myelopathy, commonly referred to as cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM), refers to impaired function of the spinal cord caused by degenerative changes of the discs and facet joints in the cervical spine (neck). This condition is the most common disorder causing dysfunction of the spinal cord (known as myelopathy) and results from compression of the spinal cord.
Most patients with this condition are over 50 years of age, but the age of onset is variable depending on the degree of congenital spinal canal narrowing. The process that leads to spinal cord compression is a result of arthritis in the neck (also called cervical spondylosis or degenerative joint disease), which is incompletely understood and likely has a number of causes.
Four therapeutic methods for cervical spondylosis in TCM
Qi and Blood Stagnation due to Deficiency of Liver and Kidney
Therpeutic method: Tonify kidney and liver to produce Qi and blood.
Blockage of meridians due to Stagnation of Phlegm and Damp
Therpeutic method: unblock meridians and clear dampness, promote blood circulation and stop pains.
Trauma
Therpeutic method: strengthen the functions of organs, unblock the meridians, nourish liver and spleen to produce Qi and blood.
Blockage of meridians due to Cold and Wind
Therpeutic method: expell cold and wind for the flow of Qi and blood.