Osteochondrosis of the cervical spine was well known and well studied.Currently, most of the working population suffers from this disease.This type of osteochondrosis not only develops in the adult population, but also often in adolescents, so -called juvenile osteochondrosis.
The cervical class is the most mobilized part of the spine, so the load on the class is quite high.The disease is gradually developing and is characterized by frequent aggravations, which can lead to a significant reduction in the quality of the patient's life.
The causes of illness
The causes of the disease are usually more and may depend on the age of the patient.We highlight the most common:
- Violation of any etiology of calcium phosphorus;
- Various traumatic backgrounds;
- Non -balanced load of the spine (hypodynamia or vice versa the effect of increased load);
- cardiovascular disease;
- Congenital disorders of the spine;
- Change of posture, including a skoliotic type;
- circulatory disorders leading to a deterioration of the power of the intervertebral disc;
- Distrophic violation of bone tissue -related age.
In adolescence, the main causes of the development of the disease are trauma, not balanced physical activity (training process).In older patients, the main cause is the long normal position of labor activity, violation of the hormonal background.
Further predictive factors for the development of the disease may be as follows:
- heredity;
- hypothermia;
- worsened osteochondrosis with poorly or not treated;
- Stress situations and overtime.
Osteocondrosis develops gradually.A person who is constantly exercising cannot figure out what this disease is.
Mostly, this condition is for people over twenty years old.The osteochondrosis of the cervix is characterized by the fact that the process develops from the upper sections.However, if you do not receive medical attention, the process can gradually affect the lower segments of the spinal column.
Symptoms of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine in adults and children
Because the disease develops for years, in many cases the process is asymptomatic.Occasionally, according to radiological images, the initial signs of the disease can be accidentally determined, while complaints are actively absent.It should be recalled that the older the patient, the more diverse complaints he will present.
The main complaints of the cervical osteochondrosis are as follows:
- frequent headaches and dizziness;
- numbness in the fingertips and weakness of the hands;
- Vegetative manifestations;
- increasing blood pressure;
- discomfort for cervical movement;
- constant pain or burning pain along the spine;
- frequent myosites of cervical muscles;
- changes in posture;
- restrictions in head movements;
- In addition, the head may develop;
- noise in the ear;
- weather addiction;
- Crunch when making movements in the neck;
- Sleep violation.
These are the most common symptoms that the patient can present.Unfortunately, the process can start to develop from young people, and adolescents will introduce such complaints.
These symptoms are more often manifested jointly.Cervical spine osteochondrosis is accompanied by episodes of aggravation and remission.This is due to the effect of provoking factors on the body.We must not forget that if a similar diagnosis is made, the recovery therapy and the rehabilitation course should be done every six months to avoid the acute period.
Given that the main cause of the disease is reduced by intervertebral disc trophy and lack of proper therapy, the process may end with the development of intervertebral hernia.
Complaints and clinical picture of the disease - photo
Vascular manifestations increase in the form of dizziness or headache when performing elementary motor tasks (overturning or rotating the head).In the sum of all complaints, the patient strives to take on a forced position to reduce the symptoms, which worsens the nutrition of the intervertebral disk.
These complaints most often encourage the patient to seek medical attention.If you do not treat treatment, the complaints will increase and more durable, that is, they will not hand over their own.
Pain cervical osteochondrosis, usually permanent, sore, burning.The disease is accompanied by periodic "rogues" provoking sharp movements.
Increase in blood pressure against the background of osteochondrosis encourages the patient to examine the therapist.If you do not perform the competent treatment at the right time, the increase in blood pressure will be constant, which will contribute to the development of secondary hypertension.In these situations, correctly compiled history is of great importance.
When the process is localized in the cervical region, the discomfort is distributed on the back of the neck, the constant tension of the bone musculoskeletal system helps to limit the development of the movement and the head forced.
The pain associated with osteochondrosis of the cervix is accompanied by impaired sensitivity.Due to the constant discomfort, the muscle cylinder is gradually formed in the shoulder and the patient is unpleasant in this area.
With the constant discomfort, the patient may experience sharp, firing pain around his neck.The occurrence of such complaints suggests that the patient should give a complete rest to reduce pain.In some cases, the pain is so severe that one cannot perform the simplest deeds (turn his head, take a deep breath, straighten his back).The patient should always examine the doctor and confirm the diagnosis of osteochondrosis.
Changing the hormonal background also plays an important role in the development of cervical disease.Therefore, competently selected physical activity reduces general clinical symptoms and relieves the patient's condition.Because cervical pain is constantly worried, secondary sleep disorder occurs.It is difficult for a person to be in a comfortable position in bed, anxiety that leads to psycho-emotional stress.
In addition, the patient pays attention to sensitivity.Describe them as a "gooseboum" that is felt at hand.In some cases, discomfort can be localized in the hand and the strength of the muscle is reduced.
Diagnosis of the disease
According to a test, it is quite difficult to diagnose.Basically, the following measures are taken to clarify the diagnosis:
- thorough collection of complaints;
- consultations of specialist professionals (cardiologist, endocrinologist, neurologist);
- X -Mom's spine examination;
- Magnetic resonance tomography.
Special doctors' checks are required to exclude the cardiological profile and the acute condition of others.By excluding acute somatic pathology, we can talk about diagnosing osteochondrosis.In addition to general clinical manifestations, the diagnosis can also be confirmed by the X -AS test of the spine.
X -Ray is the cheapest and easiest study that helps to develop a diagnosis.The picture shows the narrowing of the space between the vertebrae, which indicates the dystrophy of the intervertebral disc.Along the edges of the vertebrae, the outgrowth of the bones can be distinguished.If osteochondrosis is complicated by the instability of the cervical region, the X -ray can be mentioned by displacing the vertebrae.
Cervical spine osteochondrosis is a disease that can show which area is damaged from a radiological point of view.Even when examining a cervix segment, we can see that the process is not evenly common.
Especially in complex cases, magnetic resonance tomography is performed, which promotes the diagnosis of the complication of osteochondrosis intervertebral hernia.Thanks to the MRI layer layer, even the smallest hernia, and immediately indicates the level of damage.
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
Only one doctor knows how to treat the cervix osteochondrosis during the acute and non -inter -inter -interd.The therapy that is prescribed for this condition should be complex.When the disease is exacerbated, this includes:
- drugs;
- Complex recovery therapy (physiotherapy exercises, gymnastics, massage, acupuncture, manual therapy);
- Physiotherapy (electrophoresis, UHF, magnetic therapy, laser therapy);
To avoid aggravations of osteochondrosis, they turn to the following:
- sanatorium resort treatment;
- folk medicine;
- Wearing special bandages and corsets;
- Changes in lifestyle (weight loss, balanced physical activity).
Medicines for treating cervical spine osteochondrosis are as follows:
- anti -inflammatory drugs;
- drugs that improve blood circulation;
- vitamin complexes;
- In the acute situations of painkillers;
- Means to reduce muscle tension.
In addition to tablets and injections, the creams, ointments and gels are also actively prescribed, which are applied to the affected area.Their influence contributes to the irritation of the skin in a certain area that improves blood circulation in small blood vessels, thus ensuring the entry of nutrients into damaged segments and the muscle tension is reduced.
After an acute period, physiotherapy, massage and physiotherapy are signed.Recovery therapy complements the main drug treatment.As the condition improves, the power and trophus of the intervertebral disc will be better.
Based on the background of the treatment, the patient notes the improvement of the well movement, the increase in performance and the mood.If treatment is stopped without finishing, aggravations of osteochondrosis are often handed over.
The rehabilitologist tells you how to treat cervical osteochondrosis during the recovery period.Before talking about the complex of restorative therapy, it should be noted that all treatments should be accompanied by correction of sleep supplements.This includes orthopedic mattresses and pillows.
Experts also recommend that you wear the Chanstz collar for a while or for a certain period of time.This method is particularly widely used in children's practice when patients dress for homework.The Shanz collar is selected separately in orthopedic salons.
The orthopedic pillow of the cervical osteochondrosis is selected for each patient.It should be appropriate for the size of the bed and selects it depending on the patient's constitution.It cannot be too small or very large, the main guide of the person's shoulder width.
The cushion for long sleep and relaxation must be a medium stiffness and resemble a square or rectangular.Other shapes of pillows are suitable for short rest.Depending on the activity of the degenerative process, the orthopedic pillow of the cervix must change.
Exercises and gymnastics (exercise therapy)
Restorative therapy should be attributed to gymnastics.The main task of the exercises is to strengthen the neck and back muscles, to improve the upper shoulder belt, the mobility of the spine and to eliminate muscle scratches.In addition, the cervical osteochondrosis exercises affect the deeply located muscles.
As a result of gymnastics with osteochondrosis of the cervix, physiological bends are gradually restored and the load on intervertebral discs is reduced.We must not forget that the practice of osteochondrosis of the cervix must also seize the mammals.
Gimnastics of osteochondrosis of the cervix is performed with an instructor.It helps patients understand which areas should be focused on.The burden and volume of tasks are selected separately, and it depends on:
- From the age of the patient;
- from the prevalence of the process;
- on the basis of the availability of additional diseases;
- From the effectiveness of medication.
First of all, they perform simple and non -complex tasks, as the body begins to adapt to new conditions and the muscles do its work in sufficient volume, the exercises are complicated and the duration of the classes increases.
LFK contains simple operations for osteochondrosis of the cervix.These heads decide forward and backward, gradually adding the circular movement of the head.Keep in mind that there may be contraindications to medical physical education.As a general rule, one lesson complex includes tasks aimed at developing and influencing all segments of the spine.
Functions in the cervical region are gradually added to the tasks to improve the work of the chest and lumbar.Physical education for cervix -oseochondrosis media can be done in a standing or sitting position.The tasks are briefly paid, which allows you to complement your respiratory gymnastics.
Contraindication of physiotherapy exercises:
- Acute pain syndrome;
- increases blood pressure and heart pathology in the acute phase;
- Violation of the coordination and disease of the vestibular device;
- fever;
- Worsening of another chronic pathology;
- condition after surgery.
Exercises on special equipment
This technique is based on a gradual restoration of the normal activity of the bone muscle system.Gimnastic exercises on the special simulator allow for gradual restores of the work of cervical spinal structures.
First, the pain relieves, then the blood circulation restoration, the muscle tension is removed, and classes are carried out to expand motor activity in the cervical region.The method is also supported by massage courses, the pelvis classes.
Massage for osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
In addition to the general strengthening classes, the very good effect results in massage.Massage of the cervical osteochondrosis can be used by various (classic, segmental, dot).In some cases, a combination of various techniques is allowed in a session.
We must not forget that massage with osteochondrosis of the cervix is performed on a solid surface, face down and duration may be different from ten or more sessions.The frequency of repetition of the course is also determined by the participating doctor.The efficiency of the massage lasts longer when the patient sleeps on a well -basket pillow.
Physiotherapy procedures have a local irritating effect as magnets or electrophoresis.Magnetic therapy is a painless procedure that is well tolerated by adults and children.The manipulation lasts a few minutes and the patient must lie motionless, so older patients are most often recommended.
Electrophoresis is a manipulation that is performed with a special device.During the procedure, the patient feels a slight tingling, which is created using currents.The frequency and impulsivity of the signal is its own for each age.
This technique is used to introduce a drug that has a positive effect.This manipulation is more aggressive compared to magnetic therapy, so strict signals should be made to implement it.
A balanced diet is of great importance to this disease.Patients recommended fruits, vegetables, meat, greens, fish.The consumption of salt and all kinds of spices, spices, smoked or fried products should be restricted.It is better to drink plant decoctions and teas, and it is advisable to avoid the use of coffee and alcohol.
The use of conventional medicine is aimed at reducing pain.Most often compressions and mixtures are used in the area of injury.The success of the treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine is highly dependent on the patient's consciousness.Do not throw the watches and therapy as soon as you feel better.Continuous use of painkillers, which bring temporary relief and do not treat the disease itself.