The Big Squeeze: Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy

Cervical spondylotic myelopathy, a neck condition occurring when the spinal cord becomes compressed due to wear-and-tear changes in the spine as we age, is one of the most common spinal disorders in Americans over age 55. This course will review its signs and symptoms, such as neck stiffness, arm pain, numbness in the hands, and weakness of the hands and legs. We will also discuss treatment, as it is likely all providers seeing patients in pain will encounter those with this condition.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the multiple causes of myelopathy
  • Describe the approach to making the diagnosis of myelopathy
  • Describe available treatments of myelopathy

Additional Information

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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AAFP
  • 1.00 AANP
  • 1.00 ACCME (All Other)
  • 1.00 ACCME (MD/DO Only)
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 APA
Course opens: 
06/01/2021
Course expires: 
06/01/2022
Part of: 
Neurology Track
Rating: 
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Charles E. Argoff, MD

Professor of Neurology
Albany Medical College
Albany, New York

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AAFP
  • 1.00 AANP
  • 1.00 ACCME (All Other)
  • 1.00 ACCME (MD/DO Only)
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 APA
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