Osteochondrosis is a complex of anatomical and functional pathological disorders associated with dystrophic changes in the intervertebral discs.This condition develops slowly and with timely intervention, good results can be achieved using simple conservative measures.
Causes and symptoms of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
The vertebrae of the cervical region experience an increased load associated with neck and head mobility.The anatomy of this segment contributes to the risk of moving vertebrae with sharp or atypical head movements, and a weak muscle corset does not protect the spine from damage. The causes of cervical back osteochondrosis are no longer studied, and the course is asymptomatic in most cases.This leads to the fact that most patients seek medical help quite late.The development of osteochondrosis leads to:
- impaired behavior, instability of spine structures;
- injuries, connective tissue dysplasia;
- genetic predisposition;
- Sitting or being in a long -term position, lack of sufficient physical activity;
- Unstable nutrition, lack of vitamins and trace elements in the diet.
Degenerative changes in the ligaments and cartilage cause the compression of the arteries and nerve drawers, causing disorders of the cerebral circulation and pain.The characteristic symptoms of this condition are easy to recognize.
- Painful sensations in the nap, neck, shoulders.When bending or turning your head, you can hear a characteristic fresh sound.Pain withdrawal can be given to the chest region, there is a burning sensation between the shoulder edges.
- Feeling of loss of strength, insomnia, chronic fatigue and frequent headaches.With cervical osteochondrosis, headaches are concentrated in the occipital region and gives the lateral parts of the neck.
- When bending his head, a feeling of numbness of the hands, fingers can occur.
- Chest pain, nausea, dizziness.
Methods of diagnosing and treating osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
The diagnosis is made by an orthopedic physician or a neurologist based on an examination, radiograph or computed spine tomography.If you suspect that intervertebral hernia will be required, an MRI will be required, and to evaluate functional circulatory disorders - reoencephalography and fundus study.
Conservative therapy includes symptomatic measures (pain removal, anti -inflammatory therapy, antispasmodics), as well as natural cartilage restoration with medication.Supreme massage, physiotherapy, therapeutic exercises are also effective.
Prevention of cervical back osteochondrosis
Regular physical activity and exercise to strengthen the back muscles effectively maintain the normal state of the spine structures.Daily gymnastics and control of neck and back positions during the working day help normalize blood circulation, remove excess load on special segments of the spine.
It is also necessary to monitor the variety of diets and prevent excess weight.To activate the metabolic processes and eliminate muscle cramps helps a massage course, which must be repeated with a frequency of 2-3 times a year.