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How to treat osteoarthritis of the cervical spine

According to osteoarthritis of the cervical area, usually understanding the disease, characterized by changes in the tissue of the discs.In the process of degeneration, damage the disks, as well as the joints and vertebrae in this part of the back.

Causes of osteoarthritis

Doctors call the main cause of the disease as a decrease in blood circulation in nearby tissues.The lack of blood supply gradually affects the effectiveness of metabolic processes - it is reduced.After a while, the process applies to Intervertebral disks.They become fragile, exposed to deformation, so they begin to protrude out of the spine.

In the process of the disease, the change of degeneration in the structure of the discs, as well as the vertebrae and joints occur.

Change degeneration in the spinal disc in the cervical bone

The motivation for the development of such a pathology may be a number of factors:

  1. Excess weight.In this case in this case, people who do not comply with the appropriate nutrition are given to fast food.
  2. Violation of musculoskeletal system.Among such diagnosis, rheumatism, scoliosis, flat feet can be called.
  3. Injury of the spine or neck.
  4. Lack of regular physical activity (this causes blood stagnation in tissues).Often, cervical joint disease is discovered by office workers and drivers.
  5. The work is related to continuous stress or increased nerve voltage.
  6. Physical activity is too high.In this case, athletes may be attacked.
  7. Pathology in the development of this department.

The stage of development of osteoarthritis

The process of disease in medicine is usually divided into 4 stages.With cervical spine, symptoms and treatment completely depend on the level of damage of tissues.

In the early stages, it is good and quickly treated, but it is difficult to detect osteoarthritis early.This is explained by the fact that symptoms in the initial stage are manifested relatively poorly.In addition, the signs of the disease are often disguised as other diagnosis.

Symptoms and stage of development of cervical bone disease

The development of pathology occurs in increasing symptoms in 4 stages.

Symptoms and diagnosis of osteoarthritis of the cervical spine

Stage I is characterized by weak symptoms.However, remember what is dangerous osteoarthritis.During the time, the disease is determined to start treatment as soon as possible.Among the first symptoms of osteoarthritis:

  1. Uncomfortable, uncomfortable can appear on the neck, as well as on the shoulders and arms.
  2. Headache.Usually people do not pay attention to instability, linking this situation with overwork or stress.
  3. The motor activity of the neck may be slightly limited.
  4. Short -term visual impairment.They can come with the appearance of fog ahead, losing the clarity of the picture.Such symptoms are explained by the ischemic of the brain areas responsible for vision.
  5. Skin sensitivity in the collar area decreases slightly.

In stage II, the pathological process is accompanied by the protrusion of the vertebra.At this time, at the collagen collagen ring, collagen fibers were destroyed.There is a narrowing of the interatorebral cracks.During this period, the patient complained about the following symptoms:

  1. Pain affecting the cervical area is pronounced.Sometimes the movement of the head may be accompanied by a brittle bone.
  2. Headache becomes long and often.
  3. There is loss of skin sensitivity in the collar and shoulder.
  4. In front of your eyes, other flies often appear.
  5. There are weaknesses in the muscles of the hand.
  6. The pain in the neck is shooting in the wild.Often they put under the shoulder blades.
  7. The appearance of pharyngeal symptoms.The presence of their presence can be explained by the fact that the pathological process in the spine affects the nerves in the throat.Dry, sweat, difficult to swallow can occur.It felt a lump in the throat.
  8. Sleep disorders are possible, often manifested in insomnia.

At 1 and 2 of the stage, the disease is more likely to treat, then diagnosed with osteoarthritis leading to irreversible destruction processes.

Phase III is shown by the destruction of the yarn ring and the formation of hernia.The list of symptoms is called as follows:

  1. Pain in the neck.They often spread to their shoulders and put it on their hearts.
  2. In some cases, changes that occur in the brain are observed.It could be dizzy, nausea and vomiting, a feeling of an unstable position.
  3. There is a part of the sensitivity of the skin, neck, shoulders and arms.
  4. Weak tendon reflexes can be observed.

Important!With cervical joint disease of IV level, paresis and paralysis of the above limbs occur.Moreover, the symptoms of the disease in men are similar to the pathological signs in women.The only difference that doctors mention is that in women 45-60 years old, the first stage of the disease often comes with the feeling of numbness and tingling of the neck and hands during sleep.

Osteoarthritis treatment

The most effective treatment is an integrated approach.In this case, the patient may be prescribed:

  • take medicines;
  • Surgical surgery;
  • orthopedic therapies;
  • Massage course;
  • Acupuncture session;
  • Performance of specialized medical chargers.

The doctor chose a suitable treatment process after careful diagnosis.

Medical exercises for osteoarthritis of the cervical spine

Medical physical education

The physical exercises for the purpose of restoring weak blood circulation in the affected tissues and strengthening the muscles of the entire cervix.It is not necessary to make independent charges.The doctor should choose the load, because the intensity and time of the exercises depend on the stage of the joints of the cervical spine, the symptoms and general condition of the patient.However, there are general recommendations:

  1. Each complex of exercises should be done for no more than 2 minutes.If not, the condition of the spine will worsen.
  2. It is banned from performing sharp and deep movements (inclined and turning).

The list of the most common exercises is called as follows:

  1. Lift head.The patient lies on the abdomen, hands lying on the floor.They slowly raised their heads and shoulders and linger for 1-2 seconds.Back to their original position.When performing, the back should maintain straight.
  2. Resistance.The palms are placed on the forehead and pressed.The task is against the head in 25-30 seconds.After that, the palm was pressed behind the head.
  3. Turn around.It is necessary to rotate the head in different directions.The number repeated in each direction at least 10 times.If dizzy appears, the charger is stopped.

Drug therapy

The use of drugs refers to a conservative method.In this case, the doctor may prescribe drugs related to different groups:

  1. NSAID.They aim to relieve pain, swelling of soft tissue.
  2. Chondroprotector.They accelerate the recovery of cartilage.
  3. Vitamins of Group B in their presence, metabolism in tissues accelerated.
  4. Musorelaxants.They reduce the effectiveness of muscle spasms in the disease, help relieve pain in osteoarthritis.
  5. It means normalizing blood viscosity.

Surgical intervention

Surgical surgery is usually prescribed at 3 or 4 stages of the disease.Usually in these cases, a conservative way to treat diseases in women and men does not give the desired results.

Procedures for manual massage for cervical joint disease

Massage and massage itself

Under the influence of the cervical massage, it is possible to enhance muscle tone and eliminate pain syndrome.The intensity of contact with soft tissues depends on the stage of the disease.The stronger the damage to the neck vertebra, the movements of the massage staff are even more careful.At the same time, some basic techniques are distinguished:

  1. The light caresses.A massage session starts with such motion.At the same time, they use the palms and outer edges of the palm.The movements are directed from the neck to the armpit area and the Supraclain buttons.
  2. Tighten.The large fingers and the index are folded together.The original position is the edge of the palm on the neck.In this position, the hand is drawn along the spine, and then to the shoulder joints.The intensity may increase gradually.
  3. Mill.Such a technique includes circular and simple movements with thumb.You need to start from the occipital area, gradually moving to the neck and shoulders.
  4. Knead.With this technique, soft fabrics should be kneaded by round motion.
  5. Vibrate.The edges of the palm of the palm are created by beating and typing.It is best to complete the massage procedure.

Important!Patients can also perform themselves in round movements and caresses.At the same time, gel and ointment are used, its actions aims to increase blood flow.

Medical options for cervical cervical therapy of cervical bones

Craft therapy

By manual therapy, usually means a collection of manual effects on the body.When combining this method with the use of drugs, it can be effectively treated with osteoarthritis of the cervical spine.

Procedures are practiced to divide into 3 categories:

  1. Massage is relaxation.With it, the stress in the local muscles next to the spine is removed.
  2. Mobilization.This technique is based on the hood.
  3. Operation.It includes mandatory movements, thanks to the work of the joints restored.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture refers to uneasy medicine, but brings good treatment effect.In the process, the sensitive points of the body work with the best needles.This enhances the metabolic processes in the body and increases immunity.Thanks this:

  • reduced pain;
  • The edema is reduced;
  • The general condition of a person improves.

Orthopedic treatment

Osteochondrosis is sometimes recommended to use bone pillows.Their action is to ensure the exact location of the head in the sleeping person.This prevents the transfer of cervical artery and nerve roots.

Important!However, doctors emphasized that an inappropriate orthopedic pillow as an independent treatment.It can hinder the development of pathology or supplement the effects of drugs, treatment exercises and other methods.

Folk remedies for cervical joint disease

Folk remedies and recipes

Before using this or the means of traditional medicine, you definitely have to undergo diagnosis and visit the doctor to attend.It is unexpected to treat cervical bone at home independently, because such actions can worsen this situation.

In addition to taking drugs, physical therapy and physiotherapy, the following recipes can be used:

  1. Heat up.The pain area is recommended to warm up with mustard, a tissue bag full of warm salt, wine or chili.Such procedures relieve pain and inflammation.
  2. Potatoes with honey.Potatoes are cleaned from the shell and rub it on.The mass is mixed with natural honey in a ratio of 1: 1.Repeat this action 2-3 times a week.
  3. Binding with horse cabbage.To do this, you need a new horse, created with boiling water and cool.The sheet is applied to the neck on the inside and fixed with tape or cloth.In this state, the compressor should be located all night.

Contraindications

It is impossible to identify a general contraindication list, because in each case, the doctor chose to treat the disease.Among the recommendations, the following are often called:

  1. In medication treatment, pay attention to the ingredients of the drug.Patients may have allergic reactions.
  2. Crafts are not recommended during pregnancy, after injury, in acute inflammatory diseases.This treatment is not prescribed before surgery.
  3. Acupuncture is prohibited in the case of acute infection, the identification of tumors (both malignant and benign), weakening (liver, kidney, heart).
Sleeping on orthopedic pillows is to prevent cervical bone

Prevent

To prevent Sho's osteoarthritis, a person should adhere to simple but extremely important rules:

  1. Fight the weight exceeding (if any).For men and women who have a back -back problem, an important excess is 10 kg.
  2. Reduce the load on the spine.If a person does not completely eliminate severe physical activity, the severity should be worn alternately in his hand.After downloading, you should lie down or hang on the horizontal bar.
  3. Use an orthopedic pillow.
  4. Prevent a sedentary lifestyle.In many cases, the first signs of the disease in men can be removed by playing sports.
  5. Form appropriate nutrition.

Diet.Nutrition for osteoarthritis of the spine

After being able to identify the disease and start treatment, the patient will need to observe the diet.Thanks to this, the number of trace elements and the necessary vitamins will penetrate the body, and the body will have forces to fight the pathology.

Important!The principle of specialized nutrition is to change the 3rd one -time meal for 5 (or 6) once.This will facilitate food digestion and will not cause discomfort.

Be sure to include in the diet:

  • A large number of cereals;
  • Fruits and vegetables (except beets, celery and onions);
  • Meat (any low -fat);
  • Fish (preferably low -fat);
  • Dairy products (milk, kefir, unsweetened yogurt, painting of paintings);
  • egg;
  • powder products;
  • Seed.

Completely refuse alcohol, smoking and fat products, successful products and canned foods.