Osteochondrosis is a complex of pathological anatomical and functional disorders associated with dystrophic changes in the intervertebral discs in connection with the intervertebral discs.This condition develops slowly and with timely interventions, good results can be achieved using simple conservative measures.
The causes and symptoms of an osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
The vertebrae of the cervix region experience an increased load associated with the mobility of the neck and head.The anatomy of this segment contributes to the risk of moving the vertebrae with sharp or atypical movements of the head, and a weak muscle corset does not protect the spine from damage. The causes of osteochondose of the cervical spine have not finally been examined, and in most cases the course is asymptomatic.As a result, most patients seek medical help quite late.The development of osteochondrosis leads to:
- Impaired attitude, instability of the structures of the spine;
- Injuries, connective tissue phones;
- genetic predisposition;
- Working devices or a long time in a forced position, the lack of sufficient physical activity;
- Unstable nutrition, lack of vitamins and trace elements in nutrition.
Degenerative changes in ribbons and cartilage become the cause of the compression of arteries and nerve trunks, which leads to disorders of brain circulation and pain.The characteristic symptoms of this condition are easy to see.
- Painful sensations in the neck, neck, shoulders.If you tend or turn your head, you can hear a characteristic crispy sound.Pulling pain can be given to the chest area.There is a burning feeling between the shoulder blades.
- The feeling of loss of strength, insomnia, chronic tiredness and frequent headaches.With cervical osteochondrosis, headache concentrates in the Occipital region and gives the side parts of the neck.
- When tipping the head, a feeling of the hands can occur deaf, fingers.
- Chest pain, nausea, dizziness.
Diagnostic procedures and treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
The diagnosis is made by an orthopedic doctor or neurologist based on an examination, radiography or computer tomography of the spine.If you suspect between the intermediaries, an MRI is required, and to evaluate functional circulatory diseases - reoencephalography and investigation of the fund.
Conservative therapy includes symptomatic measures (removal of pain, anti -inflammatory therapy, anti -spas modos) and the restoration of natural cartilage with medication.The top massage, physiotherapy and therapeutic exercises are also effective.
Prevention of the osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
Regular physical activity and movement to strengthen the muscle corset of the back keep the normal condition of the structures of the spine effectively.The daily gymnastics and control of the neck and back positions during the working day help to normalize the blood circulation and remove the excess load on separate segments of the spine.
It is also necessary to monitor the variety of nutrition and prevent excess weight.In order to activate metabolic processes and eliminate muscle cramps, it helps a massage course that has to be repeated with a frequency of 2-3 times a year.