👉 Lichening is a medical condition where bone loss occurs in the spine. It is often caused by osteoporosis, which is an abnormal decrease in the density of bones. This can occur as a result of age, genetic factors, or certain medications. Lichening can also be due to trauma, such as when a person falls and breaks their neckbone. The process involves bone resorption (the loss of bone) followed by bone formation (the growth of new bone).
