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I am 18 years old and have osteophytes in my neck. It is causing me pain. Can I go to the gym?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 18 years old and have osteophytes in my neck. It is causing me pain from neck to shoulder blade to shoulder, and sometimes it is causing less pain, and sometimes it is medium. My real problem is I am overweight, so I wanted to go to the gym. Can I? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. I suggest you first get proper treatment for the neck pain, as there are osteophytes noted. You can take cervical traction with IFT (interferential therapy) for five days and IFT and US (ultrasound) therapy for te... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have been diagnosed with osteophytes at the c4 level and the doctor advised me to get neck physio exercise from a physiotherapist. Could you please suggest what kind of neck exercises I should do? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your report (attachment removed to protect patient's identity), and yes physiotherapeutic exercises can help you a lot in relieving pain and symptoms. I suggest you start doing neck isometric exercises- 10 repetitions. Place one hand with the palm placed... Read Full »