Cervical Spondylosis in Jaipur

Personalised Neck and Spine Care at NHBH Hospital, Raja Park

Cervical spondylosis affects the discs and joints in the neck and can cause pain, stiffness, and difficulty with everyday movements. At NHBH Hospital, Raja Park, patients can undergo an evaluation to understand the cause of their symptoms. A physical examination and imaging tests may be recommended to check for changes in the cervical spine and possible nerve compression.

Dr. Shiteez Agrawal, a Neuro Surgeon in Jaipur, assesses each patient’s condition and recommends suitable treatment based on their symptoms and medical reports. Many people manage cervical spondylosis with medicines, physiotherapy, and lifestyle changes, while surgery may be considered when nerve or spinal cord compression requires it. Treatment aims to ease symptoms, improve movement, and help patients manage their daily activities more comfortably.

Cervical spondylosis can affect different parts of the neck. The type of changes and whether nerves are affected can influence the symptoms a person experiences. The types are:

• Cervical Disc Degeneration: The discs between the neck bones gradually wear down with age. This can cause neck pain, stiffness, and discomfort when moving your head.
• Cervical Facet Joint Osteoarthritis: The small joints at the back of your neck can wear down over time, causing pain and stiffness when you turn or tilt your head.
• Cervical Spondylosis with Radiculopathy: When changes in the neck press on a nerve root, you may experience pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness in your shoulder, arm, or hand.
• Cervical Myelopathy: This occurs when changes in the neck compress the spinal cord. You may notice poor hand coordination, weakness, balance problems, or difficulty walking.
• Cervical Spinal Stenosis: The space inside the spinal canal becomes narrower, which can put pressure on the spinal cord or nearby nerves and cause related symptoms.

The cost of cervical spondylosis surgery depends on the severity of the condition, the type of surgery required, and the hospital where treatment is provided. Some patients improve with medicines and physiotherapy, while others may need surgery to relieve pressure on the nerves or spinal cord.

Factors affecting cervical spondylosis surgery cost in Jaipur are:

• Type of Surgery: The cost varies depending on whether you need disc removal, nerve decompression, spinal fusion, or artificial disc replacement.
• Severity of the Condition: More complex cases involving severe nerve compression or multiple affected levels may require a more extensive procedure.
• Implants and Surgical Materials: Artificial discs, cages, plates, and screws can add to the overall cost when they are required.
• Hospital Facilities: The hospital’s facilities, operation theatre charges, room category, and level of care can affect the final bill.
• Surgeon’s and Anaesthesia Fees: The fees for the treating doctor and anaesthesia team may vary depending on the procedure.
• Diagnostic Tests: MRI scans, CT scans, X-rays, and blood tests may add to the total expense.
• Length of Hospital Stay: Staying longer than expected because of recovery needs or complications can increase hospital charges.
• Medicines and Follow-Up Care: Medicines, wound care, follow-up consultations, and physiotherapy may be charged separately, depending on the package.

Before deciding on surgery, ask the hospital for a written estimate that explains what is included, whether implants are charged separately, and what additional expenses may arise.

Getting the right care for neck pain starts with understanding what is causing it. Dr. Shiteez Agrawal assesses the condition and helps patients choose suitable treatment based on their symptoms and medical reports. What sets him apart is:

• Treatment is planned around your symptoms, scan results, and how cervical spondylosis affects your daily activities.
• Careful evaluation helps identify whether changes in the neck are putting pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord.
• Medicines, physiotherapy, and lifestyle changes may help manage symptoms when surgery is not required.
• Surgery may be considered when significant nerve or spinal cord compression requires intervention or other treatments have not provided enough relief.
• Treatment planning takes into account neck movement, arm strength, sensation, and other functions that may be affected.
• Patients can discuss available treatments, possible risks, expected benefits, and recovery before making an informed decision.
• Follow-up care helps monitor healing, assess ongoing symptoms, and guide a safe return to daily activities.

Recovery after cervical spondylosis surgery takes time, and the experience can differ from person to person. Dr. Shiteez Agrawal guides patients on recovery, neck care, and rehabilitation according to the procedure performed and their overall health.

• Mild neck pain or discomfort may occur during the first few days after surgery.
• Walking may begin soon after surgery, depending on the doctor’s advice.
• Neck and arm pain may gradually improve as pressure on the nerves is relieved.
• Physiotherapy may be recommended to improve strength, flexibility, and movement.
• Heavy lifting and sudden neck movements should be avoided until the doctor allows them.
• Follow-up visits help the doctor check healing and monitor any ongoing symptoms.
• Daily activities can be resumed gradually, depending on comfort and recovery progress.
• Some patients may need a neck collar for a period, depending on the procedure.
• Good posture and following the prescribed exercises can support recovery and help you return to your routine.