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Question
Am 80 year old Caucasian female and have on both sides of my neck near my shoulder a space that seems to be deepening. Do you know what might be causing this and what can be done?
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Answer
Amy,

Without having the benefit of being able to perform a physical examination, I cannot provide you with a diagnosis over the Internet.

Given your age, I would be concerned about the possibility of osteoporosis causing spinal deterioration. I recommend with that you consult with your primary care physician for an appropriate evaluation of your condition.

I hope that this helps to answer your question.  

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Gerald Anzalone, D.C.

Expertise

I can answer questions about musculoskeletal-based, evidence-based chiropractic practice.

Experience

13 years of chiropractic practice; currently practicing in an integrative medicine clinic.

Organizations
West Hartford Group, a think-tank that has put forth a model of chiropractic care that is consistent with that of the World Federation of Chiropractic and the Chiropractic Strategic Planning Conference. This model is of the chiropractic physician as the spinal health care expert within the health care system, i.e. society’s non-surgical spine specialist.

Publications
Chiropractic Products magazine

Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Arts, Fordham University, 1991. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College, 1997.

Awards and Honors
Fordham University: Scripps Howard Journalism Award. New York Chiropractic College: Clinic Award. University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine: University Award for participation as student president of the Integrative Medicine Program.

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