Cervical Facet Disease
Cervical facet disease, also known as facet joint syndrome or facet arthropathy, is a condition affecting the facet joints in the cervical spine (neck). These joints, located between the vertebrae, help provide stability and enable motion in the spine. Facet disease involves the degeneration or deterioration of these joints, which leads to pain and other symptoms.
What causes Cervical Facet Disease?
Facet disease typically results from:
- Aging
- Trauma or injuries
- Osteoarthritis
- Overuse
Symptoms of Cervical Facet Disease
Symptoms of Cervical Facet Disease include:
- Pain in the neck
- Headaches
- Stiffness and reduced range of motion
- Numbness and tingling
- Muscle weakness in upper extremities
- Cracking or grinding sounds when moving the neck
- Radiating pain into the shoulders and upper back
- Muscle spasms
Diagnosing Cervical Facet Disease
Our physicians will conduct a comprehensive physical examination to pinpoint the source of pain. In most cases, imaging such as MRI or X-rays will be ordered to visualize the facets and detect degenerative changes.
Nonsurgical Treatment for Cervical Facet Disease
The Orthohealing Center’s nonsurgical treatments for cervical facet disease aim to reduce pain, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life. Cervical facet disease treatments include:
- Prolotherapy
- Traumeel / Homeopathic injections
- Platelet rich plasma (PRP)
- A2M (Alpha 2 Macroglobulin)
- Bone Marrow Cell Therapy
