Osteochondrosis of the cervical spine (Osteochondroz) is a degenerative-dystrophic damage to the intervertebral discs, as a result of which the discs themselves, the vertebrae and the joints of the cervical vertebrae are damaged, and a decrease in the height of the intervertebral discs is observed.
The disease progresses if left untreated and can lead to headaches, poor circulation and even a hernia.
Many people know firsthand how to treat osteochondrosis of the cervical vertebrae - the disease is quite common.Women are especially susceptible to it, because due to their anatomical structure, their shoulder girdle is not as strong as that of men.
Features of cervical osteochondrosis
The neck is a part of the body that is very mobile and is under considerable stress (constantly holding the head).In addition, the size of the vertebrae here is much smaller than in other parts of the spine.Large vessels feeding the brain pass through the neck, so poor blood circulation due to displacement of spinal structures and disruption of the lumen of blood vessels can lead to dizziness and headaches.In addition, there are many nerve endings, the violation of which causes strong painful sensations.
Methods of treatment of cervical osteochondrosis
How to treat osteochondrosis of the cervical vertebrae?The main methods are the use of drugs, physical therapy, physical therapy and massage.Each method is used in different stages of the disease, in combination with the others or in isolation.
The treatment of the disease is most actively carried out with the help of drug therapy, the purpose of which is to relieve inflammation and spasm, relieve pain, restore blood microcirculation and improve cerebral circulation.The main drugs for relieving muscle spasms and treating the inflammatory process are nonsteroidal muscle relaxants.Vasodilators are used to improve blood circulation.B vitamins are also prescribed, which improve metabolic processes and participate in the synthesis of neurotransmitters.
Massage is prescribed in the absence of exacerbation of the disease or when the state of health improves somewhat after the use of drugs.
Physiotherapy is also applied - mainly amplipulse therapy and electrophoresis with novocaine in the cervical region.
Exercise therapy and gymnastics are prescribed both in the acute stage in the form of static exercises, and when the symptoms of the disease subside, to strengthen the muscles and restore the mobility of the cervical spine.
Is it possible to treat cervical osteochondrosis at home?Of course, yes, but it is better to combine home folk remedies with medicines prescribed by a doctor.Self-treatment includes lying on special applicators, using warming rubs and compresses (with iodine, alcohol, mustard), warm baths with herbs.