Cervical osteochondrosis is a degenerative dyenerative disease of the spine in which the structure of the cartilaginous discs and their bone basic change.Depending on the stage of the disease, there is a deformation with the subsequent exhaustion of the vertebral bodies.Consequently, the microcirculation of the blood, the nervous conductivity is interrupted.Cervical osteochondrosis can be both an independent or combined disease with degenerative dystrophic damage to other thorns.
In the international classification of ICD-10 diseases, cervical osteochondosis does not have a separate figure.The pathology is indicated by the code M42.1 - Osteochondrosis of the spine in adults.The hospital leads a complete range of diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system.The exam is carried out using the latest equipment that satisfy quality and safety standards.
Reasons
Doctors distinguish several reasons that can lead to the development of cervical osteochondosis.These include:
- obesity;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- a story of neck or spine;
- excessive loads on the musculoskeletal system;
- Psycho -Emational Overstrain;
- congenital deformation of the cervical vertebrae;
- hereditary predisposition;
- Scoliosis, rheumatism, flat feet;
- metabolic pathology;
- hormonal imbalance;
- hypothermia.
It is difficult to identify and eliminate the etiological factor independently.It is better to contact professionals.Doctors select a single diagnostic complex that allows you to determine the main cause of the cervical column osteochondrosis.This is necessary to prescribe correct therapy.
The degree of development of cervical osteochondosis
Cervical osteocondrosis is characterized by several phases.They determine the gravity of the state and the presence of some clinical symptoms.
- First.In the early stages, there is a slight smoothness of the lordosis of the neck.Clinically, this is expressed in pain syndrome, which intensifies when you turn your head.Patients complain of muscle tension, headache, rigidity of movements.The first stage is treated without the use of drugs.Just adhere to a certain nutrition and perform exercises.
- The second.At this stage the instability of the cervical vertebrae appears.This is expressed in the strengthening of pain, which gradually passes behind or to weapons.The pain intensifies when performing the movements.The second stage is characterized by a decrease in the height of the intervertebral discs.This leads to the violation of the nerves.Patients complain of headache, distraction, fatigue.
- The third.It is accompanied by severe deformation and destruction of the structure of the vertebrae.Pain syndrome becomes constant.Intervertebral hernias begin to form.Clinically, this is expressed in the appearance of dizziness, dark in the eyes, instability of the pace.
- Fourth.The destroyed tissues of the intervertebral discs are replaced by the connective tissue.Several segments are involved in the pathological process.Patients complain of coordination, pronounced dizziness and headache.There is a constant noise in the ears.
Symptoms and signs
The clinical symptoms of cervical osteochondosis of the spine are the same for all ages.Many people remain a visit to a doctor in relation to the presence of weakly expressed symptoms.Only when the disease acquires an obsessive character and is accompanied by the corresponding signs, is it a treatment for medical help.
Modern equipment allows you to carefully determine the degree of development of cervical osteochondosis.Thanks to this, the correct treatment that relieves the symptoms in the shortest possible time is prescribed.The main clinical signs of the disease include:
- neck pain, accompanied by crunch;
- tingling or numbness in the upper limbs;
- dizziness;
- heachache;
- noise in the ears;
- panic attacks;
- rigidity of movements;
- restriction of mobility;
- weakness, strong breakage;
- nausea;
- violation of orientation in space;
- Instability of the pace;
- Reduce visual acuity.
Symptoms depending on the damaged vertebra
The cervical column consists of 7 vertebrae.The corresponding symptoms are distinguished according to the level of damage:
| Vertebra | Symptoms |
| C1 | Reduced skin sensitivity. |
| C2 | Pain syndrome is located in the neck and in the parietal area. |
| C3 | The sensitivity of the language and myoid muscles is disturbed;In serious cases, language is disturbed and control over the language is lost. |
| C4 and C5 | Pain syndrome is determined in the shoulders and in the nearest areas.A feeling of discomfort is united in the chest, which is often taken as a pathology. |
| C6 | The pain is felt in the neck, the blades, the forearms.The damage of nerves reduce skin sensitivity. |
| C7 | The pains are located in the neck, in the back of the shoulders, the upper shoulder belt.Violations lead to a decrease in reflections and a violation of the strength of the hands. |
Diagnostics
The cervical osteochondosis of the spine requires a complete diagnosis.Includes:
- Collection of history and diseases.The doctor clarifies the existing complaints, the time of their appearance, the dynamics of gravity.It is necessary to specify the drugs used to facilitate the condition.
- Objective inspection.After the survey, the specialist begins to perform the inspection.The skin is examined, the patient's pace.Palpation are certain painful areas.
- X -ray.The first instrumental research method is the radiography of the cervical column.Very often 2 projections are studied.
- CT, MRI.Thanks to research, it is possible to establish a focus of the injury, its exact location.Tomography allows you to evaluate the condition of the blood vessels and nerves.
- Ultrasound.An ultrasound study on the head and neck vessels allows you to evaluate their patency, the degree of stenosis.
- General blood test.First of all, the indicators responsible for inflammation (leukocytes, ESR) are assessed.
Based on the data obtained, the doctors establish the severity of the cervical osteochdrosis.Doctors use modern equipment that allow you to quickly and effectively lead any volume of diagnostic measures.
Variety of treatment
Like diagnosis, the treatment of cervical osteochondosis implies an integrated approach.The therapeutic volume is selected individually.It depends on the lesion segment, the severity of the disease and the severity of clinical symptoms.The main treatment methods are:
- take drugs;
- physiotherapy;
- Therapeutic physical culture;
- massage;
- Surgical surgery.
Among the medical treatment methods, several groups of drugs are used:
- Painkillers.They are used to reduce the severity of pain.
- Non -specific anti -inflammatory drugs.Used to reduce the swelling of the tissue and inflammatory syndrome.Are prescribed in various forms (tablets, means for external use).
- Antispasmodic.They tighten the spasms, reduce pain syndrome.
- Drugs for joints.Restores the structure of the intervertebral discs.
- B.'s vitamins positively influence the state of the nervous system.
Physiotherapy
It is prescribed to improve the action of drugs.More often used:
- acupuncture;
- massage;
- Manual therapy.
Medical physical education
Regular exercises exercises will not only breed the severity of pain, but will also have a preventive effect.Thanks to the physical exercises, the muscle corset is strengthened, the blood circulation in the affected area improves and the load in the affected area decreases.Expert instructors develop individual therapy programs for each patient.This helps to get rid quickly and effectively of the symptoms of cervical osteochondosis.The selected course can be repeated at home.
Massage
A massage correctly performed of the Cervical-Bitch area is able to relieve the condition, relieve muscle spasm, improve mobility.The restrictions on the procedure are:
- pathology of the cardiovascular system in the decomning phase;
- tumor formations;
- skin diseases;
- exacerbations of chronic somatic pathologies;
- Osteomyelitis.
When contacting a specialized institution, it will individually select a treatment course.Its average duration is 10-15 sessions.
Relta and treatment
The exacerbation of cervical osteochondrosis can occur at any time.In this case, the pain, the rigidity of movements and the limitation of mobility appear.In some cases, it is sufficient to observe a rest in bed saving for 3-4 days to relieve exacerbation symptoms.However, if the pathological characteristics are preserved or intensified, it is necessary to consult a doctor.To stop the relapse of the cervical osteochdrosis, drugs of the fanss group are used, muscle relaxant are used.
Prevention
In order to prevent the development or exacerbation of the cervical osteochondrosis, it is necessary to engage regularly in prevention.Doctors recommend:
- guide an active lifestyle;
- maintain posture;
- strengthen the muscles of the back and neck;
- adhere to a balanced and rational diet;
- sleep in a correct and comfortable position;
- Periodically take breaks if the work is associated with a long stay in a sitting position.
If the first symptoms of cervical osteochondosis occur, it is recommended to consult a doctor.Experts will help to diagnose carefully, to determine the stage of the disease and will also prescribe the right treatment.