Natural History and Non-Operative Management of Cervical Myelopathy
This spine surgery lecture covers the non-operative management of Cervical Myelopathy. It discusses the natural outcome of degenerative cervical myelopathy and indications for conservative treatment.
Lecturer: Ralph Kothe, MD
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
Ref.ID: 2_16_kothe
DOI: 10.28962/01.3.037
What you will cover in this lecture
This spine surgery lecture covers the non-operative management of cervical myelopathy.
The natural history of cervical myelopathy is covered in detail.
The conservative treatment options for degenerative spondylotic myelopathy are considered, including pharmacological agents, spinal injections, traction, orthosis and avoidance of high risk activity. The understanding of the subject is enhanced by providing relevant clinical cases.
Future promising agents are also considered in the discussion.
Learning Objective
- Understand natural history of degenerative cervical myelopaty
- The risk factors
- Conservative management
Target Groups
Lecture Presentation
Natural History and Non Operative Management of Cervical Myelopathy
Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentation
- Pre- and Post- Learning Assessments
- Additional Learning Materials (Standard Package only)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is an eccElearning Lecture like?
A: Each Lecture includes the Lecture Presentation, Additional Learning Resources, Pre-Learning Quiz and Lecture Assessment.
Each Spine Surgery Lecture is viewed online in video format and lasts from 20-45 minutes. The Lectures contain relevant additional learning resources (book chapters, research papers, surgical videos, master lecture videos, case reports, review articles, etc.), which are presented in context and viewable immediately for your convenience.
Q: How much time will a Lecture take?
A: Lecture presentations typically take 20-45 minutes to run. However, candidates are required to review the compulsory and recommended additional learning resources contained within the Lecture. The time taken to view the Lecture and review the additional resources is in the range 3-4 hours per Lecture.
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Q: What do I do if I fail a Lecture Assessment?
A: You are permitted to retake a Lecture Assessment up to two times. The Lecture Assessment will be made available to you again 14 days after a failed attempt. If you’ve failed the Lecture Assessment three times, please get in contact with us to discuss your options.
Q: What courses does eccElearning provide?
A: We have the Diploma in Spine Surgery with Modules individually purchasable, lecture bundles, an Endoscopic Spine Surgery Programme, a Residents' Spine Programme, and Spine Surgery Specialist Certificates in Radiology and Physiotherapy.
