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A bone spur, commonly referred to as an osteophyte, is a growth of extra bone usually found on our vertebrae. Spinal bone spurs form as the body tries to heal itself by adding extra bone to a damaged area. They usually develop slowly over time in response to pressure, friction, or stresses.
If a spinal bone spur grows inward, it can cause pain by constricting the spinal canal and pressing on the nerve roots. When a spinal bone spur presses on surrounding nerve structures it becomes a source of mild to severe nerve-related pain and should be diagnosed and treated by a doctor.
Back or neck bone spurs usually form after a fracture of the vertebra. Vertebral fractures can be caused by a traumatic event or injury, although more often they generally result from simple stresses, such as lifting. Because the spine naturally weakens from aging and daily wear and tear, spinal bone spurs are more common in older people than in younger people.
