Traditional Chinese medicine believes that in treating cervical spondylosis, the first step is to replenish qi and blood.

TCM methods for treating cervical spondylosis:

1. Collar to treat cervical spondylosis: that is, a neck brace or neck collar, which is generally used when going out or working. Its function is not to fix the neck, but to limit the movement of the neck, especially for those with unstable cervical spine.

2. Massage to treat cervical spondylosis: Rotary massage, in the early stage, is helpful except for cervical spondylotic myelopathy. It can be treated every 1 to 2 days, with 3 to 5 times as the standard. Pay attention to the Excessive and heavy massage can cause damage, so be careful.

3. External treatment method for cervical spondylosis: Black plaster is an external treatment method in Chinese medicine.

4. Acupuncture therapy for the treatment of cervical spondylosis: According to the basic theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the occurrence of cervical spondylosis is mostly caused by the invasion of wind and cold, disharmony of qi and blood, and blocked meridians. Therefore, the main role of acupuncture in treating cervical spondylosis is through Acupuncture achieves the purpose of relaxing muscles and activating blood circulation. Acupuncture points are selected according to the meridians, and the needle retention treatment effect is better. Treatment can be divided into courses according to the condition.

Notes:

1. Because cervical spondylosis is a spinal disease It is caused by body hyperplasia, bone degeneration and porosis, etc. Therefore, patients with cervical spondylosis should mainly eat a diet rich in calcium, protein, vitamin B, vitamin C and vitamin E.

2. Protein is also an indispensable nutrient for the formation of ligaments, bones, and muscles. Vitamins B and E can relieve pain. Relieve fatigue.

3. In addition, if the cervical spondylosis is due to dampness and heat blocking the meridians, you should eat more fruits and vegetables that can clear away heat, relieve muscles and unblock meridians, such as kudzu root, bitter melon, loofah, etc.; if you have cold-dampness blocking the meridians, you should eat more Eat dog meat, mutton and other foods that warm the meridians and dispel cold; if you have blood deficiency and qi stagnation, you should eat more rooster, carp, black beans and other foods.