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Neck osteoarthritis primarily affects the joints and cartilage in the cervical spine and is not directly associated with causing brain lesions. However, chronic neck pain and inflammation may lead to secondary effects, such as reduced mobility or altered blood flow, which could indirectly impact brain health. If there are concerns about neurological symptoms or brain lesions, it's essential to consult a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation.
What else can I help you with?
Can you get workman's comp for osteoarthritis of the neck?
If you can prove it happened as a result of work Yes.
What is a neck lesion?
there is some information on this subject on the asociated link(Skin Tumors, Vascular Lesions, Face and Neck) below.
How many people are affected by osteoarthritis?
About 16 million Americans experience some form of osteoarthritis. It generally affects the neck, fingers, lower back, knees, and toes.
Is a chicken's brain in its neck?
No. Chickens' brains are in their heads, but the brain stem extends into the neck.
Can you have osteoarthritis in the back?
Not normally Gout tends to attack the extremity's like toes and fingers.
What is uncinate hypertrophy?
Uncinate hypertrophy is usually caused by osteoarthritis. This occurs when joints in the neck and spine grow bigger than normal.
How are the underlying causes of neck pain diagnosed?
The doctor may order an x ray of the neck if he or she suspects traumatic injury, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, a herniated disk, or congenital deformities.
How can pulling a muscle in your neck lead to a headache?
Your spine is atached to your neck muscles, You neck is attached to your brain. You get a migrane.
How many brain stems are at the base of the the neck?
the medulla or the brain stem , one
How are vocal cord nodules and polyps diagnosed?
The head and neck surgeon (otorhinolaryngologist) must see the vocal cords to diagnose these lesions
What is a neck bone spur?
It is a bone spur that appears in the neck. When a bone spur develops in your neck it may cause stiffness and pain in the back and neck. It can protrude inward, occasionally making it difficult to swallow or painful to breathe. The bone spur can also push against veins, restricting blood flow to your brain. Bone spurs in your neck is usually caused by osteoarthritis. When the discs between your vertebrae start getting thinner your body may try to compensate by adding bone tissue at the edges of the vertebrae to try and compensate. This bone growth is known as a bone spur.
How can your brain hold up your head?
The brain doesn't hold up your head the neck does.
