Modern realities affect human health not in the best way.An unhealthy lifestyle and rigorous working conditions lead to a series of human health disorders.The osteochondrosis of the cervical column - a white collar disease takes 5th place in the world in the number of suffering of this disorder.
What is cervical osteochondosis and why is it dangerous?
Under the osteochondrosis of the cervical column, it is necessary to understand the progressive damage defined by the intervertebral discs (the area between 1 and 7 vertebrae).As a result of this disease, the deformation occurs, as well as the exhaustion with subsequent damage to the vertebral bodies.The course of the spinal disease can have several phases, so it is important to recognize the disease in the initial stages.
Fooding the nerve roots of the spine and blood vessels can lead to a violation of the blood flow to the brain.A neglected state can even lead to a stroke.At the same time, the heart and blood vessels suffer and you can fight the pressure for years and the cervical osteochondosis of the spine will be guilty.
The reasons for the development of the disease
There are many factors that lead to the occurrence of osteochondosis of the cervical column:
- sedentary lifestyle;
- Excess weight;
- Spinal lesions transmitted;
- deformation of posture, constant voltage of the back and neck;
- improper nutrition;
- physical activity;
- stress and nervous disorders;
- inheritance;
- Infectious diseases;
- individual characteristics of the body structure;
- Change in the blood circulation of the cervical column.
Symptoms and signs of osteochondrosis
The danger of cervical osteochondrosis is associated with the lack of symptoms in the initial phase.When pain appears, the patient often uses analgesics, which is very incorrect, since the process of development of the osteochondosis of the cervical column is launched and the correct diagnosis with subsequent treatment is carried out with great delay for successful treatment.
First of all, it is necessary to pay attention to the presence of the main symptoms of the manifestation of osteochondosis of the cervical column:
- Dizziness.It is necessary to understand that this symptom can indicate the presence of other diseases.With the osteochondrosis of the cervical column, the dizziness shows a systemic character, that is, the patient feels the constant movement of the surrounding objects.
- Heachache.It has a real character with button, it can be constant or paroxysmal.
- Location of pain.Often in patients with cervical osteochondrosis, pain is observed when turning the head, in the neck, in the back, in the limbs.
- Blood pressure.It is combined with other symptoms (headache, tension and hands of the hands, stress and prolonged living room in one location).
- Noise in the ears and vision of vision.
- Weakness and rapid fatigue of the body.
- Sleeping and pain interruption during sleep in the neck, in the arts, their numbness.
Diagnosis of the disease
With the existence of the aforementioned symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis, the car -medial is severely 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:
- Basic spine -raggio (cervical department);
- ECG;
- Magnetic resonance imaging of the spine (cervical compartment);
- Reoencephalography.
Computerized tomography
One of the exact methods to diagnose the osteochondosis of the cervical column is CT (computerized tomography).The procedure is performed for its foreseen purpose, it has no contraindications (restriction only by weight - up to 160 kilograms).The CT carefully shows the condition of the spine, intervertebral discs, determines fractures, tumors, hernias and other inflammatory processes.The method is absolutely safe.
MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging recognizes the cervical osteochondosis of the spine in the very early phase.The images clearly show the nerve roots, their integrity and places of violation, hernias and other pathologies.The contraindication to magnetic resonance imaging can be the presence of a pacemaker.It is undesirable in the 1st trimester of pregnancy.Through the image, the doctor may prescribe treatment.
Radiography
The X -ray of the cervical column is performed in two projections and shows at what distance the vertebrae, the conditions of the processes of the vertebrae, osteoporosis and the place of the bone tissue, tumor processes, dystrophic states and other pathologies of the spine.
Contraindications: pregnancy, body weight more than 180 kg, mental disorders.
Development phase of osteochondosis
There are 4 main phases of development of cervical osteochondrosis:
- 1st stadium - pain, creak when turning the neck, reduction of mobility, headache, sleep disorders;
- 2 stadiums: thinning of the intervertebral disc capsule, violation of nerve endings and blood vessels;
- 3 phases: the presence of protrusions, hernias, vertebral deformations, with consequent dizziness, pain, movement of the movement of the movement, altered brain supply;
- Stage 4 - Constant pain, neurological complications, loss of consciousness, visual impairment and even paralysis.
Possible complications and consequences
If the cervical osteochondosis is not treated, it can lead to very serious disorders of both the spine and the entire body:
- work of the heart and blood vessels;
- vision and hearing;
- Cerebral blood supply;
- Vestibular apparatus;
- increase in pressure;
- the occurrence of hernias of the spine.
Treatment of cervical osteochondosis
Before prescribing the pharmacological treatment for osteochondosis of the cervical column, the doctor will carry out a complete examination to detect the stage of the disease.Then a complete treatment is selected for each individual case.
The following drugs are mainly prescribed:
- Medical medicines that relieve muscle cramps;
- painkillers;
- anti -inflammatory;
- a complex of vitamins of group B;
- Recovery stimulants.
With the advanced osteochondosis of the cervical column, it is possible to prescribe injections.It is often practiced for a 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.It is necessary to consult a doctor, take prescribed painkillers and anti -inflammatory drugs and go to bed.After 4-5 days, when pain decreases, they can prescribe physiotherapy.As a rule, conservative treatment is prescribed.
Pharmacological treatment
The basis of the treatment of osteocondrosis is the use of drugs:
- analgesics;
- antispasmodic;
- anti -inflammatory drugs;
- vasodilators;
- Condroprotectors.
Non -pounding anti -inflammatory drugs
Fans are designed to relieve pain and inflammation.They are used in a complex treatment for cervical osteochondosis.
Musorelassant
There is a large list of muscle relaxants that are prescribed for the treatment of cervical osteochondosis.It is necessary to use them only in case of severe pain, since they do not relieve inflammation.
Analgesics
Treatment with painkillers can be in tablets and injections.Ointments and anesthetic gels are also prescribed.
Vitamins
In the treatment of the spine and cervical osteochdrosis, the list of drugs must include B vitamins of group B, A, E and D. Vitamin B affects the nervous system;Vitamin D helps to absorb calcium;Vitamins A and E are responsible for the conditions of the cartilage.
Physiotherapy and therapy
Easy exercises from ciopi must be agreed with the attending physician, taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient, the stadium of the osteochondosis disease of the cervical column and the presence of other deviations in the body.The exercises last on average 15-20 minutes every day.The exercise complex is better to choose so you can perform both at home and at work.
Therapeutic gymnastics can quickly and effectively give a positive result to the disease.The main thing is that the patient does not suffer pain and inconveniences in any movement.
Basic exercises for therapeutic exercises:
- In a position sitting with a flat back, turn the head to the left and right without hitches, then with elastic movements up and down;
- Holding his hand on his forehead, tilting his head forward without hitting, providing slight resistance to the head;
- lying on the stomach to turn the head to the left and right so that the ear touches the floor;
- Take a vertical location and raise your shoulders as much as possible, keeping it for a few seconds.Repeat several times.
Bathing
In the treatment of cervical osteochondosis of the spine, a great effect gives balne therapy (treatment with mineral waters and mud).During the rehabilitation period, these procedures help the active natural substances to penetrate the skin and influence nerve ending.The procedures relieve pain, improve blood circulation and fix the positive effect of the treatment for a long time.
Electrophoresis
The electrophoresis refers to combined physiotherapy methods.It is prescribed overall for the main treatment for severe pain.The 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 check the work of the whole body.Acupuncture with cervical osteochondrosis stimulates the flow of blood to the brain, relieves dizziness, pain and general malaise.This is an effective treatment that helps to restore health and strength.
Ultrasound therapy
The ultrasound with the introduction of drugs in the skin (sounds) has a positive effect on the human body and gives a good effect on the background of the main treatment:
- removes swelling;
- relieves spasm, massaging the muscles;
- It improves blood flow in the places where it is directed.
Treatment with popular remedies
In the treatment of cervical osteochondosis of the spine, various popular methods are used to remove pain and inflammation:
- compress;
- garbage;
- Irudotherapy (treatment with leather).
Therapeutic massage
An important condition for massage for osteochondosis of the cervical column is caution.The patient can massage at home, but first a doctor's consultation is needed, taking into account the individual characteristics of the stadium of the spinal disease.But we do not recommend the car -masage for our patients!
The patient takes a comfortable horizontal pose, sometimes it is allowed to be in a sitting position.We start the massage from the healthy side of the back and gradually, with smooth relaxing movements, we go to the painful area.We pay close attention to the collar area, around the neck.Gradually, from the relaxing blows, we turn to rubbing and the pat.We use rubbing agents to increase blood flow and relieve pain.
Prevention of the development of osteochondosis
Using preventive measures, it is possible to prevent or reduce the factors that develop this disease.
The most important thing is the correct and healthy lifestyle, that is, a small physical activity, a balanced diet, gymnastics.It helps prevent the development of the osteochondosis of the cervical column that swims regularly and yoga.Do not forget a comfortable dream with an orthopedic mattress and cushions.With a long stay in a pose, it is necessary to make a little heat.In any case possible to avoid nervous stress and overload.Walk in the fresh air more.
Diet and nutrition for osteochondosis
With the osteochondrosis of the cervical column, it is very important to observe the correct diet, which should provide the necessary microelements of the cartilage tissue.These substances include gelatin (natural chondroprotector).He is in a student, flooding fish, a cold and fruit jelly.You have to drink up to 2 liters.Water a day.The menu base should be protein food.Exclude soda, coffee, acetosis, grapes, alcohol, broths.