Regularly treating fibroids at home can reduce the number of exacerbations and prolong the time between them. In this article, we will tell you how to improve the patient's quality of life and improve his performance.
Basic principles of cervical osteonecrosis treatment at home
The treatment program has several key goals:
- welfare improvement;
- increased work capacity;
- reduce the risk of complications;
- prolong remission between attacks.
The main principles of successful treatment are timeliness, adherence to clinical staging, and regularity. There are several techniques that must be used in combination to treat cervical osteonecrosis. Treatment with drugs, folk remedies, exercise, massage.
They have a flexible effect on the spine and improve its condition and function.
It is advisable to coordinate treatment with a doctor so that it corresponds to the condition of the body, combining with simultaneous medical treatment. Especially it is necessary to exclude contraindications to certain methods of treatment. This applies to folk methods and physiotherapy.
An indication of improvement is the reduction of pain syndromes, restoration of range of motion, elimination of violations of motor and sensory functions, and restoration of working capacity.
It should be remembered that there are osteonecrosis conditions for which the patient is admitted to the hospital. This is necessary for complications, circulatory disorders in the tissues of the spine, persistent pain, ineffectiveness of conservative methods.
Medical treatment of pathology
The drug does not make sense if you do not eliminate the negative factors that aggravate the disease. To begin with, you should create comfortable conditions for the cervical spine and eliminate negative effects on the body.
The following classes of drugs are used to treat osteonecrosis:
- Analgesic.They are used for severe pain in the spine that limits movement.
- Sedative.Used for severe irritation caused by a painful attack. Apply at night.
- Muscle relaxants.They counteract the tension of the muscles located along the spine, eliminating the feeling of tension and squeezing.
- Non-steroidal drugs.Used to reduce swelling, inflammation, spasms. They are among the most appropriate cyclooxygenase inhibitors for this condition.
- local products.Ointments and creams are used to relieve this condition. They can be a derivative of phenylacetic acid (to reduce inflammatory symptoms) or an ointment based on chondroitin, which is used to improve the condition of cartilage.
- Preparations that improve microcirculation.Used to stimulate blood circulation. They increase oxygen transport to tissues, restore metabolism and improve venous flow.
- Diuretic.They can be used for a short time for decompression (reducing the release of fluid into the intracellular space).
- Medical blockade.They are used for severe pain syndrome with high intensity. They are necessary to restore the patient's motor activity and improve his condition.
- Vitamin preparations.B vitamins are used, which improve internalization, restore the structure and function of the roots. You can combine tablets and injections.
All drugs must be used according to the correct regimen, suitable for body weight, age, comorbidities. The improvement of the condition after starting the drug is not a reason to cancel the drug, it is necessary to continue the course until the end.
Treatment of osteonecrosis in the cervix
Compressors can be used to decompress the cervical spine at home. It is an effective and simple treatment that is easy to use and can be performed independently. Herbs and other medicinal ingredients are used for compresses. There are different types of compressions, depending on their effect on the tissue.
Warm compresses help relieve pain in the cervical region and improve the patient's condition. They are used for cases of severe discomfort.
A compression bandage consists of a bandage or medicated gauze, covered with cellophane, and a warm cloth.
You can use the following ingredients for bone resorption:
- grated potatoes;
- Honey;
- hop cones;
- fats of animal origin;
- Mint leaf;
- cabbage leaves.
You can use ingredients infused with alcohol. As an active ingredient, aloe, mustard powder, propolis, elderberry, horseradish root are used. To make tinctures, it is necessary to pour vodka or alcohol into the selected ingredient, in a ratio of 1: 1. Keep the finished product in the refrigerator and use it for compression.
Decoctions
Bone broth decoctions are very good because they have a complex effect on the body and improve the patient's condition, and can be prepared at home. The following medicinal plants are used: calendula, linden, chamomile, eucalyptus, cinquefoil, currants and raspberry leaves, dried raspberries and reishi, cinquefoil, coltsfoot, horsetail, Ivan tea. Rose hip, perilla, wormwood and valerian are also used for complex home treatment of osteonecrosis of the neck.
You can combine herbs and make preparations, teas and decoctions from them.
Action of such drugs:
- reduce inflammation;
- stimulates the elimination of toxins and wastes from the tissues;
- Stimulates the outflow of veins and the outflow of lymph.
Should regularly treat cervical spondylosis with decoction. The fact of the matter is that the effect occurs after prolonged use, when the accumulation of useful components occurs.
A user of herbal preparations will never complain of an overdose or side effects - plants improve his condition.
Drink 2-3 times a day, in a calm state, in the morning and before going to bed. It is better to take half an hour before meals. Store finished broth from 1 to 1. 5 days, no longer. It is better to make a new portion and drink a fresh remedy. Keep it in the fridge between meals. The broth is best poured into a clean glass dish when it is refrigerated.
General effects of herbal decoction - calm the process of bone necrosis, increase immunity, antiseptic effect, improve muscle tone and blood vessels. Improving the general condition has a positive effect on appetite, sleep and the work of all organs. An excellent option is to replace the usual tea and coffee with a decoction, on the contrary, the bleeding worsens. You should also give up other bad habits that nullify any healing efforts.
The desired admission period is 20-30 days. It is possible to take a break for a few weeks, then change the preparation and take another decoction. Alternative anti-inflammatory and soothing, pain-relieving ingredients.
Ointment for home treatment of osteonecrosis of the neck
The use of ointments with drugs has several aspects. On the one hand, this is an excellent treatment that does not require special skills, such as when injecting drugs. Ointment available, easy to use. But on the other hand, the flow of the drug into the blood is significantly reduced. The patient must understand that the ointment does not act directly on the spine through the skin. It is absorbed into the bloodstream - the vessels located under the skin and subcutaneous tissue, and acts on damaged structures just like a regular drug.
Ointments and gels work, but it's much less pronounced than with any other form of dosing. This method can be used as a supplement, along with pills or injections. Therefore, do not be surprised if you expect an immediate effect from the ointment, but receive a weak result.
Topical ointments are used, which have an anti-inflammatory, analgesic effect and reduce tissue swelling.
Ointments can have a warming effect. Much more effective, as it actually works locally, on vessels located next to the spine. Ointment dilates blood vessels, accompanied by a feeling of warmth in the skin and muscles. This improves condition, reduces discomfort and pain, and restores mobility.
Apply the ointment to clean skin, preferably before going to bed. Make sure the medicine is completely absorbed into the skin, keep the application site undressed so that the ointment does not penetrate the fabric. It is best to apply gels and creams while you are resting, especially before bed or before bed.
You can make an ointment-based gauze. To do this, it is applied to a layer of gauze or bandages, applied to the painful area. On top, you can cover with a layer of polyethylene film and a warm cloth. It is very convenient to fix the compression pad with a scarf or scarf.
exercise therapy
Therapeutic exercise is the patient's ally in the fight against cervical osteonecrosis. But there is an important point: gymnastics is contraindicated in the period of acute osteonecrosis. Contrary to internal belief that acute pain can be relieved with exercise or warm-up. Forget it. During the acute phase, the neck must be protected and try not to load. Between exacerbations, you can apply exercises.
The following exercises are used to treat osteonecrosis:
- bending and extending the head;
- rotation of the head;
- Press your chin on your clenched fist. At the same time, elbows rest on the table;
- press your hand on the front part of the head;
- Bring your head to your chest and hold it overhead with your hands behind your head. Gently press on the occipital region, and at the same time try to bring the head back to its normal position;
- Press your hands on the head from the sides.
All movements must be performed rhythmically and accurately, they must not bring about pain or discomfort. You can do lying movements - raise your head off the floor, bring it towards your chest, do gentle movements with your hands that put pressure on your neck and head.
With any movement that involves pressing hands to the head, and head to head at the same time, as if relying on pressure. Movements should not be jerky or sudden.
Perform the exercises after a light warm-up, rotating and circular movements of the neck. The exercise will easily stimulate the muscle layer and prepare the spine for gym goers.
Don't exhaust yourself with exercises - if you feel tired, you should stop and give your joints a rest.
Massage for osteonecrosis
High-quality therapeutic massage is the best help to relieve the uncomfortable symptoms of osteonecrosis. It is important that the massage is performed by someone trained in this and will not harm the spine. The massage must be done in one course, each session at the designated time. Very important procedures must take place in a calm, relaxed state.
Massage is not performed if the patient has endoscopic pathology, an active stage of the infectious process, pathology of the cardiovascular system, aneurysm, hypertension.
What effect does massage have on cervical spondylosis? It reduces muscle tone, relieves spasms, improves microcirculation, eliminates pain and discomfort. At the same time, the patient rests during the massage, which relaxes and benefits the whole body.
Neck massage is the best option for osteonecrosis. Just make sure that there is no pressure on the spine, but simply that the muscles around it heat up. Acupressure is also used. It connects reflex points that interact with each other, leading to relaxation of muscle tissue.
The best option to treat osteosarcoma at home is self-massage. It is convenient to do it yourself. Firstly, the patient feels pressure and controls it, secondly, he feels the most problematic area and pays more attention to it. Need to gently stroke the skin, can be done with the fingertips, the edge of the palm. You can also take the skin and pinch the muscles - this stimulates them and improves microcirculation.
Prevent
Prevention of osteonecrosis is primary, to ensure that the disease does not occur at all, and secondary, to reduce the risk of complications and improve the patient's condition. Preventive measures affect the spine directly and indirectly, through the general condition of the body.
Prevention of cervical spondylosis includes the following components:
- a complete diet that includes the required amount of fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Priority should also be given to fresh quality products, free of preservatives and chemical additives;
- normal drinking regimen. Sufficient water intake maintains balance of mineral metabolism, improves the condition of bone and cartilage tissue;
- Minimize the amount of tea and coffee in your diet, as well as alcoholic beverages;
- give up smoking, as it leads to narrowing of the arterial vessels;
- normalization of body weight;
- limit the time spent on your phone, tablet or computer. Take a break from work if your activities involve them. During the workday, for whatever reason, try to get up from the table, go for a walk and do small exercises, changing the position of the body;
- limit physical activities directed to the cervical region;
- wear comfortable shoes that make the body posture comfortable and pleasant;
- Wear corrective devices if recommended by your doctor. Bras or different types of braces;
- Pay attention to your sleep. It should be a flat, comfortable surface and ideally an orthopedic mattress.
Do not stop treatment until then - your health depends on when treatment is started. If you are concerned about the symptoms, you must start treatment immediately so that the process of bone necrosis does not start and does not lead to complications.