Patient's question:
Will bone spurs cause collapse?Doctor's answer:
Generally, bone spurs can stimulate local ligament or fascia tissue, leading to localized pain or swelling and fluid accumulation. However, if the bone spurs are significant in the cervical or lumbar spine, they can compress nerves, causing nerve degeneration. This may result in numbness and weakness in the limbs or both lower legs. If left untreated, it can eventually lead to collapse, although this process is relatively slow and may take about 5 to 10 years.