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Cervical myelopathy is a condition resulting from the compression of the spinal cord in the cervical region, leading to weakness, pain, and coordination problems in the upper limbs.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”73121f80-a3ef-4484-8763-c3f18e3c56d2″ custom_padding=”8%||8%||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”0%||8%||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”0%||8%||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Text & Image” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”5138c454-be54-4233-bd3b-f8e6a8747976″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”73121f80-a3ef-4484-8763-c3f18e3c56d2″ custom_padding=”80px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/rafaelportela.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/deposite-6798f8db3a767.webp” title_text=”deposite-6798f8db3a767″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”1cc6152f-565c-4c4d-b0c9-cf8c9576c341″ border_radii=”on|6px|6px|6px|6px” box_shadow_style=”preset3″ box_shadow_vertical=”40px” box_shadow_blur=”112px” box_shadow_spread=”-24px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.12)” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”73121f80-a3ef-4484-8763-c3f18e3c56d2″ custom_padding=”80px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”What is Cervical Myelopathy?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”c33f07d9-41e0-421a-8799-5799df695cce” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|Cormorant Garamond_weight|||||||” title_text_color=”#007BB5″ title_font_size=”50px” title_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”30px” title_font_size_phone=”30px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”#b68b4c” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”2c55a9c4-feed-423b-9edb-ae0b5b365cac” text_font=”–et_global_body_font|Proza Libre_weight|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.64)” text_line_height=”1.75em” link_font=”|Proza Libre_weight|||||||” link_text_color=”#05668d” quote_font=”Cormorant Garamond|Cormorant Garamond_weight|||||||” quote_text_color=”#111111″ header_font=”Cormorant Garamond|Cormorant Garamond_weight|||||||” header_text_color=”#111111″ header_font_size=”72px” header_line_height=”1.15em” header_2_font=”Cormorant Garamond|Cormorant Garamond_weight|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#111111″ header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Cormorant Garamond|Cormorant Garamond_weight|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#111111″ header_3_font_size=”32px” header_3_line_height=”1.3em” header_4_font=”Cormorant Garamond|Cormorant Garamond_weight|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#111111″ header_4_font_size=”24px” header_4_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Cormorant Garamond|Cormorant Garamond_weight|||||||” header_5_text_color=”#111111″ header_5_font_size=”18px” header_5_line_height=”1.4em” header_6_font=”Cormorant Garamond|Cormorant Garamond_weight|||||||” header_6_text_color=”#111111″ header_6_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”17px” text_font_size_phone=”17px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_font_size_tablet=”40px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” header_2_font_size_tablet=”28px” header_2_font_size_phone=”20px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”17px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_4_font_size_tablet=”18px” header_4_font_size_phone=”15px” header_4_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_5_font_size_tablet=”15px” header_5_font_size_phone=”14px” header_5_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” header_6_font_size_tablet=”13px” header_6_font_size_phone=”13px” header_6_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-36fd78a7-34bc-404d-873c-dafa34efaae5%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22%93}” body_font_size_tablet=”15px” body_font_size_phone=”14px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop”]Cervical myelopathy refers to a progressive dysfunction of the spinal cord in the cervical region, mainly caused by chronic compression of the spinal cord. This compression is often provoked by degenerative changes, such as osteophytes (bone spurs), calcified disc herniations, or thickening of the ligaments in the cervical spine. The condition is associated with aging and is common in people with advanced degenerative diseases of the spine. 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In some cases, symptoms remain stable for long periods; in others, the condition worsens rapidly, resulting in a significant loss of function. Without treatment, myelopathy can lead to permanent limitations in mobility, strength, and coordination. 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spondylosis (osteoarthritis), disc herniation, ligament hypertrophy, and the formation of osteophytes.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How is the diagnosis made?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”550abe5c-b505-4d6b-adc7-570bd7cc1217″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The diagnosis involves detailed clinical evaluation and imaging tests, such as magnetic resonance imaging or computed tomography, to identify spinal cord compression.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What are the treatment options?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”550abe5c-b505-4d6b-adc7-570bd7cc1217″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Treatment may include physical therapy, medications for pain relief, and, in severe cases, surgery for spinal cord decompression.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can cervical myelopathy be cured?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ 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><\/span> Feeling of imbalance or difficulty walking.
><\/span> Cervical pain, associated or not with cervicobrachial neuralgia (pain radiating to the arms).
><\/span> Tingling, numbness, or loss of sensation in the arms, legs, or both.
><\/span> In severe cases, loss of bladder or bowel control.<\/p>\n\n
\n Anterior approach:<\/span>
\n<\/strong> Indicated for compressions caused by disc herniations or osteophytes. It includes the removal of the disc and, in many cases, the placement of an implant (arthrodesis or prosthesis).<\/span><\/li>\n
\n Posterior approach:<\/span>
\n<\/strong> Used in cases of multisegmental stenosis or when the spinal cord is compressed from behind. It may include laminectomy or laminoplasty.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
> <\/span>Long Term:<\/p>\n