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Cervicogenic visual dysfunction: an understanding of its pathomechanism.
Kingsley King Yi Leung1, Eric Chun-Pu Chu1, Wui Ling Chin1
1New York Chiropractic and Physiotherapy Centre, EC Healthcare, Langham Place Office Tower, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Medicine and Pharmacy Reports
|February 23, 2023
Summary
Cervical spondylosis can cause unusual symptoms like blurred vision. This study explores the link between cervical spine issues and visual dysfunction, reviewing current research on potential mechanisms.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Cervical spondylosis presents with diverse atypical symptoms beyond neck pain.
- These symptoms can include headache, nausea, blurred vision, and tinnitus.
- The efficacy of spinal treatments for these atypical symptoms remains unclear.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the visual dysfunction associated with cervical spondylosis.
- To review current literature on the mechanisms linking cervical spine diseases to visual impairment.
- To clarify the controversial correlation between spinal interventions and visual improvement.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent research on cervical spondylosis and visual dysfunction.
- Analysis of potential pathophysiological mechanisms.
- Synthesis of findings regarding conservative and surgical treatments.
Main Results:
- Cervical spondylosis is associated with various atypical symptoms, including visual disturbances.
- Evidence suggests spinal manipulation and surgery may improve visual dysfunction, but this link is debated.
- Several potential mechanisms for visual dysfunction secondary to cervical spine disease are identified.
Conclusions:
- Visual dysfunction is a notable atypical symptom of cervical spondylosis.
- Further research is needed to elucidate the precise mechanisms and confirm the efficacy of treatments for vision problems in cervical spondylosis.
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