Question
I HAVE STRAIGHTENING OF THE NORMAL CERVICAL LORDOSIS AND UNCOVERTEBRAL SPURRING AT LEVEL OF C5-6 ON THE RIGHT WITH FORAMINAL ENCROACHMENT.I HAVE BEEN I A LOT OF PAIN NOW FOR A YEAR WITH NUMBNESS AND PAIN IN RIGHT ARM.I DID FALL AT WORK ABOUT A YEAR AGO.CAN THIS GET WORSE AND WHAT SHOULD I DO.

Answer
Yes, the condition you are describing can get worse. What you described are changes that are consistent with arthritis or degenerative joint disease. Arthritis is a condition that results from normal wear and tear, cumulative traumas, deconditioning, poor postural habits, etc. While there is no cure for it, you can manage the symptoms with a combination of physical therapy, exercise and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication. I would suggest you make an appointment with a physical therapist before trying other non-conservative options.