Types of Osteophytes
Joint Stiffness and Catching
Cervical osteophytes are bone spurs that form in the cervical (upper) region of the spine. An osteophyte is an outgrowth of bone produced as a natural response to increased joint friction, often caused by arthritis.
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Local Neck Pain and Stiffness
Cervical osteophytes are usually only painful if they impinge on the spinal cord or nearby nerve roots, vertebral discs, or blood vessels. If this occurs, symptoms such as radicular pain, neck stiffness, headaches, and dysphagia may arise.
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Throbbing or Aching
Cervical osteophytes, or bone spurs, appear in the spinal vertebrae of the cervical (upper) spinal region. An osteophyte is a bony growth that the body sometimes produces in response to a weakened spine and increased friction.
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