- Cervical Herniations in the Elderly
This type of cervical disc herniation is rare in the elderly, and they are not even seen after the age of 70. At this age, hernias usually appear slowly as a result of injuries that have been going on for years.
However, when they are seen, surgery is not easy at all, because they have appeared over the years and are popularly known ascalcification, and also among doctors. It will be necessary to surgically eliminate the problems related to the bone structure called “osteophyte”, “epin”, and use techniques for osteoporosis and osteoporosis, which occur in older ages, especially in women; For this reason, they must be performed by experienced hands.
When a hernia occurs at such a late age, it is necessary to pay attention to whether there is an additional disease accompanying the event, such as an infectious disease or a chronic disease such as diabetes that damages the nerves.
Also, to protect the elderly from such situations; They should not be allowed to do heavy work or carry heavy items. If they have to lift weights, they should do it symmetrically; In other words, they should not carry unbalanced weight with one arm.
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