Cervical Spondylosis: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 6 min

Body Area: Neck

Overview

Cervical spondylosis is what happens when your neck—the most flexible part of your spine—starts to show its age. By age 60, over 85% of people have some degree of cervical spondylosis on X-rays. While it sounds scary, many people have no symptoms at all.

Neck Pain: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026

Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM

Reading Time: 6 min

Body Area: Neck

Overview

Neck pain is the third most common cause of chronic pain worldwide—right after lower back pain and headaches. About 1 in 3 adults will experience significant neck pain in any given year.

The neck is a marvel of engineering: just seven small vertebrae support a head that weighs about 10-12 pounds. That’s like carrying a bowling ball on a narrow stem—all day, every day. When things go wrong, the results can range from a dull ache to sharp, shooting pain that interferes with every aspect of life.