Effects

• Children with spondylosis arthritis will have neck, back, arm and leg pain. They will have muscle weakness and difficulty moving.
  
  

Causes

• Spondylosis arthritis in children is caused by the back being hyperextended. Children who participate in sports in which the back bends backward, such as gymnastics, are most at risk.
  
  

Identification

• To identify spondylosis, a doctor will examine the back and perform an X-ray to check the spine for abnormalities.
  
  

Treatment

• Treatment for spondylosis arthritis includes braces and physical therapy. Medications to relieve pain and swelling, such as ibuprofen, may also be administered depending on the extent of the condition.
  
  

Prevention/Solution

• To prevent spondylosis arthritis in children, they should take caution when participating in activities where the back is hyperextended.