Diagnostics, differentiation and results of treatment for spondylogenic dysphagia in 8 male patients aged 50-69 (mean 57.7 years) have been presented. Non-steroid and steroid pharmacotherapy was successful in 6 patients. In 2 cases symptoms worsened and only surgical decompression of the esophagus was needed to eliminate dysphagia, persistent cough and hoarseness.