Cervical osteochondrosis is a common phenomenon.
because the cervical spine is very mobile and its cartilage is subject to intensive stress with a wide range of movement.Cervical osteochondrosis, the symptoms and treatment of which will be discussed in this article, is a pathology characterized by the development of dystrophic disorders in the intervertebral discs of the cervical spine.The latter are “responsible” for its flexibility and mobility.If you do not seek medical help in a timely manner, the process will progress and lead to the appearance of a vertebral fracture, as well as changes in the vertebrae themselves.
Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis can be completed in the clinic.Highly qualified neurologists and orthopedic traumatologists who have extensive experience in this field.You will develop an individual treatment plan that is sure to be successful.
Reasons
The factors that lead to the development of cervical osteochondrosis are very diverse.These include the following:
- Bruises and fractures of the spine;
- static and dynamic overloads on the spine;
- various posture disorders;
- incorrect distribution of the load on the spine due to pathologies of the feet and wearing uncomfortable shoes;
- vertebral instability;
- age-related changes in the structure of the intervertebral cartilage;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- excessive physical activity.
Clinical manifestations
Symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis are initially manifested by aching pain localized in the neck and radiating to the upper limbs and shoulders.Your “faithful companions” are the following clinical manifestations:
- Headache;
- increased pain when trying to turn or tilt your head;
- muscle cramps;
- Restriction of physical activity.
If compression of the nerve roots is observed, the following symptoms may be added to those mentioned above:
- stabbing, cutting pain in the neck;
- feeling of weakness in the arm or hands;
- numbness of the skin of the upper extremities;
- Cervical scoliosis, curvature of the cervical spine;
- decreased reflexes.
When developing vertebral artery syndrome, which can occur in response to irritation of the sympathetic plexus, the following symptoms are observed:
- Dizziness;
- throbbing, burning headache;
- Floaters and colored spots before the eyes.
diagnosis
A comprehensive diagnostic test in the clinic includes the following:
- Examination by a specialist, a neurologist, who will conduct a series of tests and make a preliminary diagnosis;
- Instrumental examination (X-ray, magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography), which allows you to clarify the data obtained during the examination, accurately determine the extent of damage, identify the features of the pathology and its consequences for the spine.
Treatment
The clinic uses modern gentle methods that make it possible not only to eliminate pain, but also to relieve inflammation, eliminate compression of nerve roots, and also stop the further development of destructive processes in the intervertebral cartilage and vertebrae.
Our specialists will develop a conservative treatment plan taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient.Typically it includes the following:
- drug treatment;
- physiotherapy;
- physiotherapy;
- Massage;
- manual therapy;
- Spinal traction.
If the pain is severe, the patient can be offered a therapeutic blockade.This minimally invasive procedure provides rapid pain relief by administering the medication via injection directly into the affected area.The pain-relieving effect can last up to a year, inflammatory processes are minimized, muscle spasms and swelling are relieved.