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Cost for treatment

Diagnostic tests for ankylosing spondylitis
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Ankylosing spondylitis (cervical spondylosis) diagnosis and conservative treatment
4560.29
Dorsal fixation or osteosynthesis in patients with neck fracture and ankylosing spondylitis
11877.9
Neck angle correction for ankylosing spondylitis
12039.83
According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital of Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is regularly ranked among the best medical institutions in Germany! The hospital is the largest multidisciplinary medical facility, as well as a leading research and training center in Germany and Europe. The hospital is proud of i
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According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany! The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany, but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes, which cover all fields of
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Dresden ranks among the top five German hospitals! The hospital is the benchmark for modern high-quality medicine. Positioning itself as a maximum care medical facility, the hospital represents all medical fields. There are 26 specialized depart
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According to the Focus magazine in 2019, the University Hospital Würzburg ranks among the top national German hospitals! The hospital is one of the oldest medical facilities in Germany. The centuries-old traditions of first-class treatment are combined with the very latest achievements of modern evidence-based medicine and
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According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the Charite University Hospital Berlin occupies the first place in the rating of the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest and leading university medical complexes in Europe. The hospital in Germany provides modern diagnostics and treatment of patients, a
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University Hospital Bonn

University Hospital Bonn

Overall rating9.2 / 10
According to the authoritative Focus magazine, the University Hospital Bonn ranks among the top ten medical facilities in Germany! The hospital was opened on January 1, 2001, although in fact it inherits the medical facility, which operated at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Bonn. The hospital in Germany combin
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital Halle (Saale) ranks among the top German medical facilities! The history of the hospital has more than 300 years, and during this time it managed to earn an excellent reputation not only in Germany, but throughout the world. The hospital positions itself as a s
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The University Hospital Rechts der Isar Munich was founded in 1834. It combines long traditions with the very latest advances in modern medicine. The medical facility includes 33 specialized departments and 20 interdisciplinary centers, where patients can receive top-class medical care in all medical fields. The hospital annuall
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According to the Focus magazine, the University Hospital Muenster ranks among the top German hospitals! The hospital belongs to the most prestigious medical institutions in Germany. The hospital is distinguished by a high professionalism of its doctors, state-of-the-art technological equipment and the availability of the most ad
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The University Hospital Giessen UKGM positions itself as an ultramodern medical facility with outstanding quality of medical care. The hospital presents almost all areas of medicine, ranging from ophthalmology to traumatology and dentistry. The priorities of the hospital’s activities include surgery, neurosurgery, oncology
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University Hospital Essen

University Hospital Essen

Overall rating9.6 / 10
According to the authoritative Focus magazine the University Hospital Essen ranks among the top German hospitals! With 27 specialized departments and 24 institutes, the hospital in Germany is a maximum care medical facility. The hospital has 1,300 beds for inpatient treatment. A highly qualified medical team of more than 6,000 e
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the HELIOS University Hospital Wuppertal ranks among the top medical facilities in Germany! The hospital rightfully enjoys the status of the maximum care medical facility and provides its high-quality services in all modern fields of medicine. The hospital operates on the basis of the
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According to the Focus magazine, University Hospital Erlangen ranks among the best medical facilities in Germany! The hospital is one of the leading healthcare facilities in Bavaria and offers top-class medical care distinguished by the close intertwining of clinical activities with research and training of medical students. The
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The Asklepios Children's Hospital Sankt Augustin positions itself as an ultramodern maximum care medical facility for children and adolescents. A distinctive feature of the hospital is the exceptionally high quality of medical service, a sensitive attitude and compassionate care for young patients. The hospital diagnoses and
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HELIOS Clinic Krefeld

HELIOS Clinic Krefeld

Overall rating9.7 / 10
Founded in 2014, the HELIOS Clinic Krefeld is one of the most modern medical facilities in Germany today. A team of highly qualified specialists, innovative medical equipment and comfortable accommodation conditions – the clinic has everything to make the treatment run smoothly and efficiently. Having crossed the threshold
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About the disease

Spondylosis is an umbrella term used to describe pain or degeneration of the spine. Most cases of spondylosis develop as a result of osteoarthritis of the spine or degeneration of the facet joints. Other conditions, such as spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spaces between the vertebrae), can also lead to spinal degeneration. Spondylosis can also be a complication of degeneration of the discs between the vertebrae, which occurs when they become dehydrated or lose their functionality.

Back pain usually starts when the discs or joints of the spine start to rub against each other. The resulting stiffness causes some mobility of the spine to be lost, in particular the neck and the lower back. Spinal changes occur with age: people over 50 years old are very likely to develop spinal pain, especially if they lead a sedentary lifestyle or are overweight. Younger people can also develop spinal pain, especially if they don’t do enough exercise, have bad posture or sleep in an awkward position.

In addition, spinal pain can develop as a result of trauma, previous surgery or due to certain diseases. The most acute pain is caused by the nerve roots of the spine being compressed.

Symptoms

  • Pain in the spine
  • Pain in the neck/legs/arms
  • Cracking sound in the spine when moving and turning the neck
  • Inability to move the spine freely
  • Tiring quickly, needing to sit or lie down after short periods of standing up
  • Tenderness, numbness or a tingling sensation in the back or neck.

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will palpate the patient’s spine, to find out where the pain is. It will be clear to the doctor straight away if the patient has scoliosis or other visible spine deformation.
  • An MRI or CT scan depicts the inner structure of the spine; any compression or stenosis will show up clearly.
  • A nerve conduction study is a diagnostic test that can find out if there are any problems with the functioning of the nerve roots. This study is usually performed by a neurologist.

Treatment

  • Conservative treatment, such as the use of anti-inflammatory drugs and physical therapy, can reduce the pain and help the patient to regain mobility in their spine.
  • The patient must follow special dietary restrictions, as set out by their doctor. Drinking plenty of water and minimizing sugar and salt intake is also advised.
  • Various types of massage, swimming and special laser or magnetic treatment can also be beneficial.
  • Surgery may also be necessary for stenosis, compression of spinal discs or nerve roots. 

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda IvanisovaDr. Farrukh Ahmed