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Do you experience lightheadedness along with neck pain?

While lightheadedness isn't directly discussed in relation to spondylitis neck pain, neck issues from spondylitis can certainly cause various symptoms. Many people with spondylitis experience neck pain, especially when the condition affects the cervical spine (upper Show Full Answer

Do you experience lightheadedness along with neck pain?

While lightheadedness isn't directly discussed in relation to spondylitis neck pain, neck issues from spondylitis can certainly cause various symptoms. Many people with spondylitis experience neck pain, especially when the condition affects the cervical spine (upper spine).

Neck pain from spondylitis is inflammatory in nature, meaning it often feels worse with rest and improves with movement. This is different from mechanical pain that gets better with rest.

Some MySpondylitisTeam members have described experiencing headaches that radiate from the back of the head, along with pressure and pain. One member mentioned having "a spinal headache and pressure that's radiating from the back of my head to my middle back."

Cervical spine involvement is common:
- About 45% of people with spondylitis develop cervical spine inflammation after 10 years
- This increases to 70% after 20 years with the condition
- People with cervical spondylitis experience headaches at about 2.5 times the rate of those without it

If you're experiencing lightheadedness with neck pain, it's important to discuss this with your healthcare provider. Physical therapy can be helpful for cervical spine symptoms, and your physical therapist can guide you through specific exercises that may help.

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