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7 Effective Home Remedies for Cervical Spondylosis
Also known as cervical osteoarthritis and neck
arthritis, cervical spondylosis is a common
age-related condition that affects neck joints.
It appears due to the wear and tear of the
cartilage, bones, and tissues of the cervical
spine. Though this condition is age-related,
today it is breaking the age barrier and
affecting many. Due to disturbed lifestyles, many
people are being affected by cervical
spondylosis. Risk Factors of Cervical
Spondylosis Smoking Certain Neck Injuries Neck
Stress Disturbed Lifestyle Overweight Genetic
Factors Incorrect postures while walking /
sitting When some seek medical attention, it is
quintessential to try a better approach towards
this condition, home remedies. Here are a few
lifestyle changes that will help in recovering
from this condition as well as effective home
remedies for cervical spondylosis 1.
Exercise Lack of regular exercise is one of the
major causes of cervical spondylosis. You can
reduce the pain and stiffness just by exercising
on a daily basis. Rotate your next in a clockwise
and counter-clockwise direction. Nod your neck
side to side from one shoulder to another. Follow
this procedure for 10
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• minutes for 2-3 times a day. Rotating your both
  arms clockwise and anti-clockwise will also help
  in relieving the pain.
• Epsom Salt
• Epsom salt bath helps in relaxing the muscles and
  is an easy way to ease the pain. Dissolve 2 cups
  of Epsom salt in warm water and relax in it for
  a bit. You can also prepare an Epson salt paste
  by mixing 2 tablespoons if Epsom salt in water.
  Form a thick paste like consistency and apply it
  on the affected area. Allow it to work for 15-20
  minutes.
• Garlic
• Known for its anti-inflammatory properties,
  Garlic gives an excellently eases out cervical
  spondylosis symptoms. Consume raw garlic buds
  empty stomach on a daily basis.
• Turmeric
• Turmeric is also known for its anti-inflammatory
  properties and is a popular remedy for cervical
  spondylosis. Add 1 tablespoon of turmeric in a
  glass of milk and heat it on a low flame for 5
  minutes. Allow it to reach the room temperature,
  add honey afterward. Consume it twice a day.
• Neem
• Neem leaves help in relieving the symptoms of
  cervical spondylosis. Take a handful of neem
  leaves and make a paste by adding a few drops of
  water.
• Hot Cold Compress