Existing methods of treatment of cervical osteochondrosis are aimed at reducing symptoms, preventing complications, stopping further destruction of cartilage and bone tissue of the spine and preventing the patient's disability.
Osteochondrosis is a degenerative-destructive pathological process that first affects the intervertebral disc and then the vertebra itself.
- Positive dynamics in 97% of cases.The results of the treatment course are confirmed by control MRI images.
- There are no side effects.The methods used in the clinic are safe and have no side effects.
- Long lasting effect.Treatment minimizes the risk of new hernias in other segments, as well as recurrence of the hernia.
It is necessary to treat osteochondrosis of the cervical spine immediately after the first signs of the disease appear.
Mechanisms of development of osteochondrosis
The spine consists of vertebrae and intervertebral discs located between them.The intervertebral disc has a nucleus pulposus gel in the center, surrounded on the periphery by a dense fibrous ring.The nucleus pulposus is hydrophilic - saturated with moisture and has high elasticity.Due to the elastic properties of the intervertebral discs, shock absorption and mobility of the spine are ensured.
In people over the age of 20, the discs begin to gradually lose elasticity.This is due to the disappearance of the vessels that feed the discs, and further blood supply occurs due to diffusion from the adjacent vertebral bodies.In the cartilage tissue, due to the lack of nutrients, regeneration processes slow down - the disc begins to "age".Initially, the nucleus pulposus dehydrates, loses its elasticity and becomes flat, which increases the load on the annulus fibrosus.In the structure of the ring, microcracks, stretching areas, ruptures and distortions appear.
The degenerated disc protrudes into the spinal canal and irritates the nerve endings of the pain receptors located in the posterior longitudinal ligament.
The characteristics of the pathological process in cervical osteochondrosis are associated with the anatomical structure of this part of the spine: the different structure and size of the cervical vertebrae, denser articulation in the intervertebral joints and an underdeveloped muscular framework.With prolonged static load on the cervical spine (working at the computer), weak muscles do not support the head well, and the main load falls on the back.
Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis in a professional clinic is carried out using a unique technology based on a combination of manual therapy, electrophoresis and photodynamic laser therapy.
The main reasons that lead to the development of osteochondrosis:
- Congenital or acquired anomalies of the spine.
- Natural aging processes of the body.
- Genetic predisposition.
- Long-term static and dynamic overloads of the spine: forced posture, physical inactivity.
- Passion for sports dangerous to the spine: professional wrestling.
- Smoking.
- Autoimmune diseases affecting connective tissue - collagenosis.
- Improper diet with a predominance of carbohydrate and fatty foods, with a lack of proteins, vitamins, micro- and macroelements.
- Overweight, obesity.
- Injuries and diseases of the spine.
Stages of development of cervical osteochondrosis
In its development, cervical osteochondrosis, as a disease, goes through several stages:
Stage I. The initial period is characterized by local pain in the neck area, which intensifies when turning and tilting the head.There is a softening of the cervical lordosis and muscle tension.Morphological changes begin in the structure of the intervertebral discs: drying of the nucleus pulposus, cracks in the fibrous ring.
Phase II.The pain in the neck intensifies and spreads to the arm and shoulder.Severe headaches, weakness and decreased performance occur.The destruction of the fibrous ring continues, signs of pathological mobility and instability of the vertebrae appear.
Phase III.Pain in the neck is severe and constant, radiating to the arms and shoulders.Arm muscles weaken, and there is numbness in the upper extremities.Patients experience headaches, dizziness and problems with spatial orientation.At this stage, the annulus fibrosus is completely destroyed.The nucleus pulposus is not fixed, it extends beyond the vertebrae and enters the spinal canal, forming a hernia.Hernial protrusion compresses nerves and blood vessels, which leads to poor circulation in the cervical spine.
Phase IV.This is the last stage of the disease.The cartilage of the intervertebral discs is replaced by connective tissue, and the adjacent segments of the spine are involved in the pathological process.The joints grow together and become immobile (ankylosis).The patient's condition is serious: severe pain not only in the neck, but also in the arms, chest, between the shoulder blades, signs of a cerebrovascular accident, sensitivity disorders.This is a life-threatening condition that can result in a stroke.
The success of the treatment depends 90% on the experience and qualifications of the doctor.
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During the consultation, a complete diagnosis of the entire spine and each segment is made.An experienced doctor determines exactly which segments and nerve roots are involved and are causing pain symptoms.Based on the results of the consultation, we offer detailed recommendations for treatment and, if necessary, prescribe additional diagnosis.
Diagnosing
The diagnosis of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine is made on the basis of: the patient's complaints, characteristic clinical appearance, medical history, data from a neurological and orthopedic examination of the patient using modern diagnostic methods: radiography, magnetic and computer tomography, the results of functional tests.
After making an accurate diagnosis, the doctor decides how to treat osteochondrosis of the neck in a particular patient, what technique should be used in a particular case.
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine
Cervical osteochondrosis is treated symptomatically, mainly with conservative methods, which include:
- Drug therapy, which includes pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants, B vitamins.
- Physiotherapy methods: electrophoresis, laser therapy.
- Manual therapy.
- Acupuncture.
- Therapeutic exercises.
Surgical intervention is used extremely rarely when there is a real threat of stroke, paralysis or when the functioning of internal organs is interrupted.
At this stage of the development of medical science, it is impossible to completely cure osteochondrosis of the cervical spine, but it is possible to prevent the further progress of the pathological process and stabilize the condition of the affected spinal segment.
An integrated approach and the gentle nature of the therapeutic methods used make it possible to effectively treat even advanced forms of cervical osteochondrosis.
The main methods of treatment of cervical osteochondrosis in a modern clinic
Manual therapy and osteopathy.This method of manual impact on the problem areas of the spine, the purpose of which is to restore the normal physiological position of the vertebrae and intervertebral discs.During the procedure, the pinched nerve roots of the spine are eliminated and the neck muscles in the area of pathological changes are relaxed.
Electrophoresis is a method of delivering drugs directly to the affected segment of the spine.Medicines are prescribed to improve blood circulation, relieve inflammation and muscle spasms.
Photodynamic phototherapy.The method is based on the ability of a photosensitive drug to be activated under the influence of laser radiation.A layer of the medicinal substance is applied to the skin in the area of the affected segment, which, penetrating 10-13 cm deep into the tissue, has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect.
The author's three-component technique, including manual therapy, electrophoresis and laser therapy, allows you to quickly relieve pain, remove swelling of the surrounding tissues, improve blood supply to the area of inflammation and activate the metabolic processes of the cartilage tissue of damaged intervertebral discs.The goal of treatment is not only to reduce pain and improve the patient's condition, but also, by affecting different parts of the pathological process, to stop the further destruction of the intervertebral discs and the destruction of the vertebrae themselves.
The methods used to treat osteochondrosis of the neck in a modern clinic have been tested in the best manual therapy centers in Europe and the USA, are safe, effective, have practically no contraindications and are well tolerated by patients even in older age groups.
The patient will receive recommendations on what to do for cervical osteochondrosis after consultation with a neurologist, depending on the stage of the disease, severity of symptoms, accompanying pathologies and examination results.