The defeat of the intervertebral disc of a degenerative-dystrophic nature that occurs in the cervical spine as a result of metabolic disorders is called osteochondrosis of the cervix. The processes of these changes are irreversible and, over time, can cause very serious health problems.
Osteochondrosis of the cervical spine is growing at a newer rate, and nowadays the disease often appears even in very young patients. And there is nothing to say about adulthood - almost everyone has one or another neck problem. Surely many are familiar with the concept of "nerve capture" when it is impossible to turn your head? And this is one of the most unpleasant manifestations of this insidious disease, which without qualified treatment will increasingly remember itself
Any type of osteochondrosis has serious complications, so do not delay treatment.
Causes of cervical osteochondrosis
The following causes of osteochondrosis of the spine are distinguished, which sooner or later, accumulating, lead to the appearance of certain changes in the bones and cartilaginous tissues of the upper vertebrae:
- The wound of our time is a sedentary lifestyle and especially being in a static position during the day, including in front of a computer. The vertebrae do not receive enough food and blood supply, so unwanted changes in their structure occur.
- Age-related changes in cartilage tissue. This is inevitable for almost all people over fifty, and sometimes even earlier.
- Lifelong back injuries. This is why professional athletes often have a history of neck pain.
- Excess weight - extra pounds increase the load on the back as a whole, which also causes the neck to suffer.
- Improper metabolism in the body, caused by bad habits and poor diet, also contributes to the development of pathology in the spine.
Symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis
The following symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis indicate existing problems in the functioning of the body:
- You are worried about frequent headaches, which are accompanied by dizziness, flies and darkening of the eyes, as well as general weakness.
- Turning the head to the sides is limited and painful.
- There is pain in the neck, shoulders and chest as well as in the arms.
- You are characterized by unexplained and frequent pressure drops.
- There is numbness in the fingers or hands, and there is restriction in the movement of the tongue.
- Tinnitus and other hearing problems are present.
- Feeling insecure when walking, shaking.
Methods for treating osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
Of course, such an important task as treating osteochondrosis of the cervical spine has long been trying to solve doctors all over the world, and not without success. Currently, the disease is well studied and, with the right approach, it can be kept within the framework, allowing the patient to live a full life without restrictions and pain. Doctors use the following methods to alleviate and eliminate the manifestations of osteochondrosis:
- Acupressure. The older techniques of Chinese and Tibetan medicine will make you feel much better.
- Moxotherapy, tszyu therapy, hirudotherapy. After such unconventional procedures, osteochondrosis will recede for a long time.
- Acupuncture (reflexology). One of the most effective techniques, the essence of which is that the thinnest needles are inserted at certain points in the patient's body at different depths. They create a strong reflex reaction that has a beneficial effect on the cervical spine.
- Withdrawal techniques. They are based on the effect on the human body of two forces acting in opposite directions and, accordingly, reducing the pressure on the intervertebral discs.
- Phytotherapy and physiotherapy exercises. Accurate physical exercises, selected by an experienced specialist, are the key to your success.
- PRP therapy is the newest way to stimulate regenerative processes. It is used to restore the functions of various organs after diseases and injuries, including restoring the function of the musculoskeletal system.