What department should I go to for osteophyte?

Written by Li Jie
Orthopedics
Updated on September 07, 2024
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Strictly speaking, bone hyperplasia itself is not a disease diagnosis, but a radiological diagnosis. That is to say, if a patient goes for an X-ray, it might be discovered that there is bone hyperplasia in the cervical or lumbar spine. However, this bone hyperplasia may not necessarily cause symptoms; some patients may have very obvious bone hyperplasia but experience no pain or restricted movement. In such cases, medical consultation is not necessary. If the bone hyperplasia causes pain or symptoms like restricted joint movement, then these conditions might require medical attention. Generally, it is recommended that patients consult an orthopedist first, as orthopedics is a specialized field that can play a role in triaging and broadly determining the direction of treatment. Therefore, it is advised that patients with bone hyperplasia, who wish to seek medical advice, should see an orthopedist first.

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Can osteophytes be treated by taking calcium supplements?

Bone hyperplasia should not be treated with calcium supplementation. This is because bone hyperplasia is caused by the hardening of bone tissue near the joints due to degeneration and wear and tear. Therefore, clinically, only patients with osteoporosis need calcium supplementation. How do we treat bone hyperplasia? The main approach is symptomatic treatment, such as using massage, acupuncture, electrotherapy, and magnetotherapy to relieve local pain and symptoms of restricted movement. Additionally, injection therapy can be used to immediately alleviate local pain, but the number of injection treatments is clearly limited to once or twice a month at most. Excessive use can damage local muscles and ligaments.

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What department should I go to for osteophyte?

Strictly speaking, bone hyperplasia itself is not a disease diagnosis, but a radiological diagnosis. That is to say, if a patient goes for an X-ray, it might be discovered that there is bone hyperplasia in the cervical or lumbar spine. However, this bone hyperplasia may not necessarily cause symptoms; some patients may have very obvious bone hyperplasia but experience no pain or restricted movement. In such cases, medical consultation is not necessary. If the bone hyperplasia causes pain or symptoms like restricted joint movement, then these conditions might require medical attention. Generally, it is recommended that patients consult an orthopedist first, as orthopedics is a specialized field that can play a role in triaging and broadly determining the direction of treatment. Therefore, it is advised that patients with bone hyperplasia, who wish to seek medical advice, should see an orthopedist first.

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What to eat for calcium supplementation for osteophyte growth

It is advisable to use calcium carbonate or calcium lactate containing vitamin D, as vitamin D can promote the absorption of calcium in the body. Additionally, it is appropriate to sunbathe moderately and engage in regular exercise, maintain a balanced diet, and consume foods rich in calcium such as fish, shrimp, eggs, and milk, all of which help supplement calcium and enhance its absorption. If bone hyperplasia is severe, even sufficient calcium supplementation cannot reverse the localized excess bone growth. If bone hyperplasia severely affects mobility, surgical treatment may be necessary.

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Symptoms of lumbar hyperostosis

The symptoms of lumbar spondylosis mainly include localized pain and limited mobility. This condition can be alleviated through conservative treatments such as massage, acupuncture, electrotherapy, and magnetotherapy to relieve localized pain. Alternatively, block therapy can be used for relief. It is important to note that block therapy rapidly reduces pain symptoms, but its duration is limited. Also, the frequency of using this method is strictly limited to a maximum of 1-2 times per month because the injection contains a high concentration of steroids, which can damage local muscles or ligaments and potentially worsen the pain. (For specific medication use, please follow the guidance of a doctor and do not self-medicate.)

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What should I do about bone hyperplasia?

For the issue of how to deal with osteophyte formation, the incidence rate is very high clinically. The treatment method mainly depends on the severity of the patient's osteophyte formation. If the patient's osteophyte formation is very severe, such as deformities in the joints or nerve compression that affect the patient's normal work or life, it is necessary to actively perform surgical treatment. For example, joint replacement or discectomy, spinal canal enlargement and decompression may be performed to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves. Additionally, it is necessary to actively use nutritional and neurological medications to promote nerve recovery. For cases of mild osteophyte formation, conservative treatment options include oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and medications that combat osteophyte formation. (Please use medications under the guidance of a professional physician and do not self-medicate.)