Osteochondrosis of the cervical spine (Osteochondroz) is a degenerative-dystrophic lesion 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 lead to headaches, poor circulation and even a hernia.
Many people know how to treat osteochondrosis of the cervical spine - the disease is quite common.Women are particularly susceptible to this, because due to their anatomical structure, their shoulder girdle is not as strong as that of men.
Characteristics of cervical osteochondrosis
The neck is a very mobile part of the body and subject to significant 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 supplying the brain pass through the neck, so poor circulation due to displacement of spinal structures and violation 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 for treating cervical osteochondrosis
How to treat osteochondrosis of the cervical spine?The main methods are the use of medications, physiotherapy, physiotherapy and massage.Each method is used at different stages of the disease, in combination with the others or in isolation.
Treatment of the disease is most actively carried out with the help of drug therapy, the purpose of which is to relieve inflammation and spasms, relieve pain, restore blood microcirculation and improve cerebral circulation.The main drugs to relieve muscle spasms and treat 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 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 medications.
Physiotherapy is also used - mainly amplipulse therapy and electrophoresis with novocaine on 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 in order to strengthen the muscles and restore mobility of 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 involves lying on special applicators, using friction and warming compresses (with iodine, alcohol, mustard) and hot herbal baths.