Spondylosis is diagnosed by plain film X-ray, CT scan, MRI scan. Most of the people will have already gone through these diagnosis procedures after being ordered by their primary doctor. Re-evaluation or medical care may be necessary in the following situations.
If the prescribed treatment fails to manage the pain
In case an acute nerve dysfunction develops causing weakness in one or more limbs. It is important to visit your doctor if you feel your leg is weak and you can’t flex your foot or ankle.
Loss of bladder or bowel control during the time when acute back or neck pain has set in. Inability to start or stop urinating is a serious nerve dysfunction. It should be evaluated at the emergency department immediately.
Saddle anaesthesia. The term is used to describe numbness in the groin area or the bottom part that would contact a saddle. This again needs emergency medical care.
If back or neck pain is associated with weight loss or fever greater than 100-degree Fahrenheit.