The osteochondrosis of the cervical column is a fairly common disease, against which dystrophic changes occur in the cartilage tissue, in the discs between the vertebrae and the bone bases in them. This pathology develops in many people who have reached 30 years. The symptoms for cervical osteochondosis are different, so it is quite difficult to diagnose the disease and choose the right treatment.
Factors that cause the appearance of the disease
Cervical osteochondrosis can develop under the influence of the following factors:
- overweight;
- sedentary work, inactivity;
- previous injuries of the spine;
- mental disorders, nervous overvoltage, stress;
- poor physical training;
- curvature of the spine, scoliosis, improper posture;
- the wrong position of the body, which has become a habit;
- tension in the neck, back during operation;
- genetic inclination;
- Unusual for the body of physical stress, increase in activity;
- Inal meals.
The cervical region of the spine is subjected to an increase in loads, which the cervical muscles are trying to lead to balance during the influence of the above sources. This causes the appearance of muscle spasm, due to which there is a violation of the transport of blood throughout the body. Consequently, the formation of anatomical damage is noted.
Degree of osteochondrosis
In the development process of cervical osteochdrosis, the discs between the vertebrae are weakened, due to which the structure in discs, vertebrae, joint tissue of the cervical region changes. First grade disease proceeds almost asymptomatic, since the changes in the cartilage are just at the beginning. In this case, a person complains of the appearance:
- heachache;
- discomfort in the neck, arms, shoulders;
- slight restrictions in the motor activity of the neck;
- short -term decrease in visual function;
- Reduce sensitivity in the collar area.
The second stadium is sometimes accompanied by the appearance of a small vertebral hernia, in addition to the narrowing of the cracks between the vertebrae. Due to the violation of the nerve receptors, there is a feeling of punctual pain in the process of movements. Against the background of a second degree disease, the patient detects the appearance:
- Pain syndrome in the neck, creak with head movements;
- loss of sensitivity of the skin in the area of arms and shoulders;
- reduction of visual function;
- ring in the ears;
- numbness in the face and neck;
- weakness in the hands;
- shooting pains they give in the scapula;
- Disorders in sleep functions.
It is very difficult to treat osteochondosis of the cervical region of the third degree. At the moment a hernia develops, the spine is deformed, the changes of position, the disputes in the elements of the crest are noted. This phase of the disease is accompanied by:
- Pronounced neck pain, myocardial, collar area;
- Lack of sensitivity to the skin in the head, arms and behind;
- hand paralysis;
- Lack of reflections of the tendon;
- The formation of a hernia in the cervical vertebrae.
In the process of the fourth (final), there is an exacerbation of the signs.
Symptoms
The signs of the disease in the neck are significantly different from the symptoms of osteocondrosis in another area of the spine.Since the cervical vertebrae are close, the nerve roots and the spinal cord are pinched.This leads to the emergence of these signs:
- Pain syndrome is located in the neck, neck, shoulders, arms and legs. When joining the nerve receptors, the appearance of uncomfortable sensations in the shoulder area, the back of the head, the hands begin to be rebuilt. Due to spasm in cervical muscles, blood circulation is disturbed.
- The occurrence of weakness is noted in the upper ends, associated with damage to the functionality of the roots, which contribute to the inclusion of the motor nerves that reconstruct the muscle tissue in the hands.
- The upper limbs are reconstructed due to a decrease in sensitivity in them, violations of the roots in which sensitive nerve endings are found.
- When turning your head, painful sensations appear, you can also feel a creak. This is explained by the damage in the small joints of the cervical region, a decrease in the level of intervertebral discs.
- The patient complains of insufficient force, with the appearance of fatigue, dizziness, coordination disorders. Due to the movement of the elements of the spine, the vertebral artery is crushed. For this reason, the blood circulation worsens, which leads to a weakening of the blood supply to the occipital section and the cerebellum.
- You can see the appearance of problems with vision, the loss of sensitivity in the language.
The symptoms for cervical osteochondosis in women are no different from signs in men. Women who have reached 45 years old and more, to whom such a disease is diagnosed, known numbness and tingling in the upper limbs in a dream.
What is the danger of osteochondosis of the cervical region
The disease can damage the body as a whole. In the neck they are found in a significant volume of arteries, nerve receptors, blood vessels through which the brain is provided. If a slight disease occurs, they are crushed.This causes the appearance of problems in the flow of blood to the brain.Consequently, the formation of migraines, cardiac rhythm disorders, appearance of problems with respiratory and visual function, coordination and attention are also compromised.
Against the background of the osteocondrosis of the neck, the formation of these diseases is possible:
- pathologies in the brain;
- Arterial pot syndrome in the spine;
- Spinal race.
The most serious complication is the death of the patient, who can occur when he tightens the spinal canal. The symptoms and treatment of cervical osteocondrosis are due to the stage of the disease.
Therapeutic actions for cervical osteochondosis
The therapy for osteochondosis of the cervical column is prescribed, regardless of the patient's sexual genre. The treatment takes place in different phases:
- Removal of painful manifestations.
- Elimination of swelling.
- Blood circulation to the norm.
- Correction of the muscles on the back, the abdominal press, the chest.
- Improvement of the quality of nutrition and regeneration of the column of hand in fabric.
If an insignificant signs of the disease are found, it is necessary to consult a specialist. With such a pathology, an integrated approach is used, an inspection of a surgeon, neuropathologist, physiotherapist and manual therapist is required.
For therapeutic purposes, against the background of the cervical osteocondrosis, medicines, physiotherapy treatment, a massage of the collar area and physiotherapy exercises, since it is quite effective in this condition.
Drugs
When the osteochondosis of the neck are detected, they are prescribed:
- preparations to eliminate muscle spasms;
- Vitamin tools to improve metabolic processes in the central nervous system;
- Fans group medicines to reduce pain, eliminate the inflammatory process and swelling;
- The joints for the joints, contributing to the restoration of the cartilage, eliminate the disorders in the discs between the vertebrae.
- Favorable medicines to improve the nutrition of the affected nerve tissue, regulation of the transport of blood flow to the brain.
First aid for exacerbation of cervical osteochondosis
Sometimes, if the pain syndrome becomes unbearable, but it is not possible to visit a doctor, experts recommend taking an analgesic. To facilitate pain, you can resort to the help of a "pepper patch", but this tool brings relief only for a short period.The patch will help to heat the affected area and relieve pain for a while.To get rid of swelling, the use of herbal infusions is recommended for 3-4 days.
But it is worth considering that it will not work to recover from the cervical osteocondrosis using these methods. These methods help to cope with the signs of the disease only for a short period. To prescribe complete therapy, you will need to contact the help of a specialist.
Physiotherapy procedures
As part of a complex treatment, to improve the effect, use:
- Electrophoresis - The ions of an analgesic medicine are penetrated in the area concerned due to the effect of the electric current. During the procedure, novocaine or lidocaine is usually used.
- Laser therapy: it has an anti -inflammatory effect, it improves blood circulation through the influence of light.
- Magnetic therapy - It helps to get rid of Edema in the tissues, has an analgesic effect.
- Ultrasound: it helps to improve metabolism, anesthesia, removes the inflammatory process in the affected area.
Medical physical education
In addition, with cervical osteochondrosis, therapeutic exercises will help improve well -being. It is worth noting that the performance of the exercises should not be accompanied by pain or discomfort. Exercise complex:
- We lie on the stomach and rest on the floor. The rear should be uniform and the head and body are raised. In this position we linger for about 2 minutes, then we return to the starting position. We perform 2-3 repetitions.
- We sink on the floor, spread on the back, out of the arms along the body. Turning your head first to the right, trying to touch the floor with your ear. We do the exercise 6-7 times in each direction.
- We sit on the floor. Let's breathe and tilt our head forward in an attempt to touch the chest with it. At the house, we throw our head back. The exercise must be repeated 10-15 times.
- We sit on the floor, reward our hands on the forehead and at the same time we lower our heads. The exercise must be done for about 30 seconds, repeated 2-3 times.
- Scribblely, slowly, we rotate with our heads so as not to cause dizziness. In the event that the head has started vertigo, the exercise must be stopped. Rotations 10 times to the left must be performed, then to the right.
Domestic treatment
This therapy can only be used as part of a complete treatment prescribed by a doctor.At home, you can resort to the help of popular remedies, physiotherapy and massage.
With cervical osteochondosis, you can use the following recipes:
- Put the combination of horseradish on a mud and fixed with a bandage or a fabric. The sheet must be poured with hot water and then cool at room temperature. This bandage is positioned before bedtime and left until the morning.
- Skit the potatoes and mix with honey in equal proportions. Apply to set a compress every 7 days.
- To weaken the pain, heating will help through mustard, a sandbag, pepper patch, etc.
Before using all the funds, we recommend looking for a consultation of a doctor.
Massage
The healing massage can be made at home. A large healthy area of the body must be started, moving gradually to the affected area. The massage complex should be selected taking into account the patient's individual characteristics, the degree of abandonment of the disease. The massage must be performed by the patient, placing it horizontally on the floor. You have to put the palms of the hands on the forehead and the chin protrudes towards the chest. The neck muscles should be relaxed.
The massage is performed as follows:
- First we massage the collar area with caressing movements.
- So go squeezing. To do this, put your hands on your neck and move along your back. In addition, this technique can be used when massaging the shoulder direction.
- To heat the neck muscles, we rub it. This will help the body to relax, improve blood circulation. It is necessary to move from the skull along the spine using circular movements.
- The last movement is a vibration that is performed thanks to in order to in order to in order to in order to deserve and brain emotions.
Preventive shares
In order to prevent the development of cervical osteochondosis, it is recommended:
- Sport (the ideal option is to visit the swimming pool).
- Enter the products enriched with calcium and magnesium in the diet.
- Wash several times during the day, especially when it is engaged in sitting work.
- In accordance with the requirements, to replace the pillow (buy a bass) and mattress (you need enough hard). Follow the neck of the neck in a dream: the neck should bend at least 15 degrees.
- Take a hot shower for at least 10 minutes during the day.
- People who do not welcome sports, doctors periodically recommend attending the yoga section.
- Do not engage in simulators, since this can lead to a deterioration of well -being.