Osteochondrosis is a complex of anatomical and functional pathological disorders associated with dystrophic changes in intervertebral discs.This condition develops slowly and with timely intervention, it is possible to obtain good results using simple conservative measures.
The causes and symptoms of osteochondosis of the cervical column
The vertebrae of the cervical region experience a greater load associated with the mobility of the neck and head.The anatomy of this segment contributes to the risk of moving the vertebrae with acute or atypical movements of the head and a weak muscle corset does not protect the spine from damage. The causes of the osteocondrosis of the cervical column have not been studied and the course is asymptomatic in most cases.This leads to the fact that most patients seek medical assistance late enough.The development of osteocondrosis leads to:
- compromised posture, instability of the structures of the spine;
- lesions, dysplasia of connective tissue;
- genetic predisposition;
- Sedentary work or be in a forced position for a long time, the lack of sufficient physical activity;
- Unstable nutrition, lack of vitamins and trace elements in the diet.
The degenerative changes in ligaments and cartilage become the cause of the compression of arteries and nerve trunks, causing disorders of circulation and brain pain.The characteristic symptoms of this state are easy to recognize.
- Painful sensations in the neck, in the neck, in the shoulders.When it inclines or turned your head, you can hear a characteristic crunchy sound.Pulling pain can be administered to the thoracic region, there is a burning sensation between the scaples.
- The feeling of loss of strength, insomnia, chronic fatigue and frequent headache.With cervical osteochondrosis, the headache is concentrated in the occipital region and gives the side parts of the neck.
- When it tilts your head, a feeling of numbness of the hands can occur, fingers can occur.
- Chest pain, nausea, dizziness.
Methods of diagnosis and treatment of osteochondosis of the cervical column
The diagnosis is made by an orthopedic or neurologist doctor based on an exam, radiography or computerized tomography of the spine.If intervertebral hernias suspected, magnetic resonance imaging will be needed and to evaluate functional circulatory disorders - reoencephalography and study of the fund.
Conservative therapy includes symptomatic measures (removal of pain, anti -inflammatory, antispasmodic therapy), as well as the restoration of natural cartilage with drugs.Supreme massage, physiotherapy, therapeutic exercises are also effective.
Prevention of osteochondosis of the cervical column
Regular physical activity and exercise to strengthen the muscle corset of the back effectively maintain the normal state of the structures of the spine.Daily gymnastics and control of neck and back positions during the working day help to normalize blood circulation, remove the excess load on separate segments of the spine.
It is also necessary to monitor the variety of diets and prevent excess weight.To activate metabolic processes and eliminate muscle cramps, it helps a massage course, which must be repeated with a frequency of 2-3 times a year.