Osteochondrosis of the cervical spine (Osteohondroz) are degenerative-dystrophic lesions of the intervertebral discs, as a result of which the discs themselves, vertebrae and joints of the cervical spine are damaged and a decrease in the height of the intervertebral discs is observed.
The disease progresses if left untreated and can cause headaches, poor circulation and even a hernia.
Many people know firsthand how to treat osteochondrosis of the cervical spine - the disease is quite common.Women are especially susceptible to this, because due to their anatomical structure, the shoulder girdle is not as strong as that of men.
Features of cervical osteochondrosis
The neck is a very mobile part of the body and is subject to significant stress (constantly holding the head).Furthermore, the size of the vertebrae here is much smaller than in other parts of the spine.Large vessels that supply the brain pass through the neck, therefore, poor circulation due to displacement of the vertebral structures and violation of the lumen of the blood vessels can cause dizziness and headaches.In addition, there are many nerve endings, violation of which causes strong painful sensations.
Methods for treating cervical osteochondrosis
How to treat osteochondrosis of the cervical spine?The main methods are the use of medication, physiotherapy, physiotherapy and massage.Each method is used at different stages of the disease, in combination with the others or alone.
Treatment of the disease is carried out most actively 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 medications for relieving muscle spasms and treating the inflammatory process are non-steroidal muscle relaxants.Vasodilators are used to improve blood circulation.B vitamins are also prescribed, which improve metabolic processes and are involved in the synthesis of neurotransmitters.
Massage is prescribed in the absence of aggravation of the disease or when the state of health improves somewhat after taking medications.
Physiotherapy is also used - mainly amplipulse therapy and novocaine electrophoresis in the cervical region.
Exercise therapy and gymnastics are prescribed both in the acute phase, in the form of static exercises, and when the symptoms of the disease subside, in order to strengthen the muscles and restore mobility to the cervical spine.
Is it possible to treat cervical osteochondrosis at home?Of course yes, but it is better to combine folk home remedies with medications prescribed by a doctor.Self-medication includes lying on special applicators, using heated rubs and compresses (with iodine, alcohol, mustard) and hot baths with herbs.