Modern realities affect human health not in the best way.A harmful lifestyle, strict working conditions lead to various human health disorders.Cervical spine osteochondrosis - A white -collar disease occupies the 5th place in the world in the number of suffering of this disease.
What is cervical osteochondrosis and why is it dangerous?
Under the cervical spine osteochondrosis, it is necessary to understand the progressive damage dystrophically defined in the intervertebral discs (the area between 1 and 7 vertebrae).As a result of this disease, deformation occurs as well as exhaustion with damage subsequent to vertebral bodies.The course of spine disease can have several stages, so it is important to recognize the disease in the early stages.
Feeding the nerve roots of the spine and blood vessels can lead to a violation of blood supply to the brain.A neglected state may even lead to a stroke.At the same time, heart and blood vessels suffer, and you can combat pressure for years, and cervical osteochondrosis of the spine will be guilty.
The reasons for the development of the disease
There are many factors that lead to the occurrence of cervical spine osteochondrosis:
- sedentary lifestyle;
- Overweight;
- transmitted spine lesions;
- posture deformation, constant tension of the back and neck;
- inadequate nutrition;
- physical activity;
- nerve tensions and disturbances;
- heredity;
- infectious diseases;
- Individual characteristics of body structure;
- Change in blood circulation of the cervical spine.
Symptoms and signs of osteochondrosis
The danger of cervical osteochondrosis is associated with lack of symptoms in the early stage.When the pain appears, the patient usually uses painkillers, which is very erroneous, since the process of developing cervical spine osteochondrosis is launched, and the correct diagnosis with subsequent treatment is made with great delay for successful treatment.
First of all, you need to pay attention to the presence of the main symptoms of the manifestation of cervical spine osteochondrosis:
- Dizziness.You need to understand that this symptom may indicate the presence of other diseases.With cervical spine osteochondrosis, dizziness shows a systemic character, that is, the patient feels the constant movement of surrounding objects.
- Headache.It has a real character with pulse, can be constant or paroxysmal.
- Pain location.Often, in patients with cervical osteochondrosis, pain is observed when rotating the head, neck, shoulders, limbs.
- Blood pressure.It is combined with other symptoms (headache, tension and hands, stress and prolonged stay in a position).
- Noise in the ears and vision vision.
- Weakness and rapid fatigue of the body.
- Sleep rupture and pain during sleep in the neck, limbs, their numbness.
Disease diagnosis
With the existence of symptoms above cervical osteochondrosis, self -medication is strictly prohibited.Only a doctor can evaluate the condition, direct the patient to the diagnosis and choose a treatment course.To determine the disease, it is recommended:
- X -ray of the column (cervical department);
- ECG;
- Magnetic resonance imaging of the spine (cervical compartment);
- Reoencephalography.
Computed tomography
One of the exact methods to diagnose cervical spine osteochondrosis is TC (computed tomography).The procedure is performed for the intended purpose, has no against -indications (restriction only in weight - up to 160 kg).CT accurately displays the condition of the spine, intervertebral discs, determines fractures, tumors, hernias and other inflammatory processes.The method is absolutely safe.
Magnetic resonance imaging
Magnetic resonance imaging recognizes cervical osteochondrosis of the spine at the early stage.The images clearly show nerve roots, their integrity and places of infringement, hernias and other pathologies.The contrary to magnetic resonance imaging may be the presence of a pacemaker.It is undesirable in the first trimester of pregnancy.Through the image, the doctor can prescribe treatment.
Radiography
The X root of the cervical spine is performed in two projections and shows how distance from vertebrae, the condition of vertebrae processes, osteoporosis and the place of bone tissue, tumor processes, dystrophic states and other pathologies of the spine.
Against -indications: pregnancy, body weight over 180 kg, mental disorders.
Osteochondrosis development stages
There are 4 main stages of development of cervical spine osteochondrosis:
- 1st stage - pain, crispy when rotating the neck, decrease mobility, headaches, sleep disorders;
- 2 Internships - Intendance Disk capsule thinning, violation of nerve endings and blood vessels;
- 3 Stages - The occurrence of protrusions, hernias, vertebral deformations, resulting in dizziness, pain, movement coordination, impaired brain supply;
- Step 4 - Constant pain, neurological complications, loss of awareness, visual impairment and even paralysis are possible.
Possible complications and consequences
If cervical osteochondrosis is not treated, it can lead to very severe disorders of the spine and the whole body:
- Heart work and blood vessels;
- vision and hearing;
- cerebral blood supply;
- vestibular device;
- Increased pressure;
- the occurrence of hernias from the spine.
Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis
Before prescribing drug treatment for cervical spine osteochondrosis, the doctor will conduct a complete exam to detect the stage of the disease.Then a comprehensive treatment is selected for each individual case.
The following drugs are mainly prescribed:
- Medical medicines that relieve muscle cramps;
- painkillers;
- anti-inflammatory;
- a group B vitamins complex;
- Recovery stimulants.
With advanced cervical spine osteochondrosis, injections can be prescribed.It is often practiced for complex treatment and physiotherapy (electrophoresis, ultrasound, laser therapy, magnetic therapy).
First Aid for Acute Pain
The first task is to eliminate the pain and cramps of the muscles.You need to consult a doctor, take prescribed painkillers and anti -inflammatory drugs and go to bed.After 4-5 days, as the pain decreases, they can prescribe physical therapy.As a rule, conservative treatment is prescribed.
Drug treatment
The basis of the treatment of osteochondrosis is the use of medicines:
- painkillers;
- antispasmodic;
- Anti -inflammatory drugs;
- vasodilators;
- Condropoprotectors.
Anti -non -inflammatory drugs -esteroids
NSAIDs are designed to relieve pain and inflammation.They are used in complex treatment for cervical osteochondrosis.
Muselaxantes
There is an extensive list of muscle relaxants prescribed for the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis.It is necessary to use them only in the case of intense pain, as they do not relieve inflammation.
Analgesics
Treatment with painkillers may be in tablets and injections.Anesthetic ointments and gels are also prescribed.
Vitamins
In the treatment of the spine and cervical osteochondrosis, the list of drugs should include group B, A, E and D. Vitamin B vitamins affects the nervous system;Vitamin D helps absorb calcium;Vitamins A and E are responsible for the condition of cartilage.
Physiotherapy and Exercise Therapy
Easy exercises and notices should be agreed with the assistant doctor, taking into account the patient's individual characteristics, the stage of cervical spine osteochondrosity and the presence of other deviations in the body.The exercises last an average of 15 to 20 minutes every day.It is better to choose the exercise complex so you can do both at home and at work.
Therapeutic gymnastics can give a positive result quickly and effectively in the disease.The main thing is that the patient does not feel pain and inconvenience in any movement.
Basic exercises for therapeutic exercises:
- In a position sitting with flat back, turn your head left and right and then with elastic movements up and down;
- Holding your hand on your forehead, gently tilt your head forward while providing slight resistance to your head;
- Lying in the stomach to turn his head to the left and right so that the ear taps the floor;
- Take a vertical position and lift your shoulders as much as possible, holding it for a few seconds.Repeat several times.
Balneotherapy
In the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis of the spine, a great effect gives Balneotherapy (treatment with mineral waters and mud).In the rehabilitation period, these procedures help active natural substances to penetrate the skin and influence nerve endings.The procedures relieve pain, improve blood circulation and fix the positive effect of treatment for a long time.
Electrophoresis
Electrophoresis refers to combined methods of physical therapy.It is prescribed in the complex for main treatment for intense pain.Electrophoresis is performed using novocaine and assigned up to 10 procedures.
Acupuncture
Each human organ has its own point on the skin of the body.By acting on these points, you can control the work of the whole body.Acupuncture with cervical osteochondrosis stimulates the blood supply to the brain, relieves dizziness, pain and evil -generalest.This is an effective way of treatment that helps restore health and strength.
Ultrasound therapy
Ultrasound with the introduction of drugs on the skin (phonophoresis) has a positive effect on the human body and gives a good effect against the bottom of the main treatment:
- Removes swelling;
- relieves spasm, massaging the muscles;
- Increases blood flow to the places to which it is directed.
Popular Remedies Treatment
In the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis of the spine, several folkloric methods of pain removal and inflammation are used:
- Commissiones;
- nonsense;
- Hirudotherapy (leech treatment).
Therapeutic massage
An important condition for massage for cervical spine osteochondrosis is caution.The patient may massage at home, but before that, medical appointment is required, taking into account the individual characteristics of the stage of spine disease.But we do not recommend self -massage to our patients!
The patient makes a convenient horizontal pose, sometimes it is allowed to be in a sitting position.We begin the massage of the healthy part of the back and gradually, with soft relaxing movements, go to the sore area.We pay close attention to the collar zone, neck.Gradually, of relaxing blows, we began to rub and play.We use friction agents to increase blood flow and relieve pain.
Prevention of the development of osteochondrosis
Using preventive measures, you can prevent or reduce the factors that develop this disease.
Most important is the right and healthy lifestyle, ie small physical activity, balanced nutrition, gymnastics.It helps prevent the development of cervical spine osteochondrosis regularly swim and yoga.Do not forget a comfortable dream with a mattress and orthopedic pillows.With a long stay in a pose, it is necessary to make a small and hot.In every way possible, to avoid nervous stress and overwork.Walk more in the fresh air.
DIET AND NUTRITION FOR OSTEOCONDROSIS
With cervical spine osteochondrosis, it is very important to observe the proper nutrition, which should provide the necessary microelements of cartilage tissue.Such substances include gelatin (natural chondroprotector).It is in a student, flooding fish, a jam of cold and fruits.You need to drink up to 2 liters.water a day.The base of the menu should be protein food.Delete soda, coffee, rear, grapes, alcohol, broths.