Osteochondrosis - damage to the spinal discs and cartilage. Unfortunately, the problem is widespread - almost all two people are diagnosed with the disease in their 40s. But the good news is that musculoskeletal disorders can be cured if caught early enough. We will describe the treatment of spinal osteochondrosis in adults, symptoms and preventive measures below.
Occurrence causes
People over 40 are at risk. But some factors influence the emergence of the problem in adolescence. The list of causes of the disease includes:
- obesity;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- delayed spinal injuries with displacement;
- scoliosis and flat feet;
- pregnancy;
- constant load on the column.
Congenital anomalies of the spine, oncology in this area and prolonged stress contribute to the development of the disease. Regardless of the factor, our clinic's experts will select the optimal treatment plan for spinal osteochondrosis and help get rid of the disease.
stages of development
Initially, the changes in the spine don't cause problems, but over time, all of the body's systems malfunction. The disease has 4 stages:
The last stage, in the absence of treatment for spinal osteochondrosis, manifests as severe pain in the problem area, but then the pathology takes on a latent form. And the patient no longer feels discomfort. A bony shell is formed in the vertebrae, which "wall off" the entire motor segment.
Osteochondrosis Symptoms
With damage to the degenerative-dystrophic tissue, there is abrasion of the vertebrae themselves, articular surfaces and intervertebral discs. The disease manifests itself as back pain, but it can spread to other parts of the body. There are uncomfortable sensations in the legs, numbness in the fingers and hands, pain in the genital region, head, heart.
More often in women, the disease is manifested by pain in the lower back. But often a problem in the neck, chest or several areas is diagnosed at the same time. Activity decreases and fatigue increases - both mental and physical. The sensitivity of the upper and lower extremities is impaired.
In cervical spine pathology, the most common symptoms are: headache, sharp drop in vision and eyestrain. Defeat of the lumbosacral region threatens reproductive system dysfunction.
Effects
Lack of proper attention to the problem in the early stages threatens serious disturbances in all body systems. The patient feels severe pain, sensation of heart attack, dizziness, nausea, chills. In advanced cases, spinal effusion, brain damage and the development of vascular and cardiac pathologies are possible.
It is important to consult a doctor at the first symptoms of osteochondrosis for treatment without medication. Taking painkillers uncontrollably will only make the situation worse.
Prevention of osteochondrosis
Preventive measures include an active lifestyle, good nutrition and weight management. Yoga and Pilates classes are suitable for strengthening the muscular corset. Classes in special decompression simulators - Kinesitherapy are ideal. These simulators are specially designed to restore the spine and joints in an atraumatic way. An orthopedic mattress is selected for sleeping. High or flat pillows are not used.
Diagnosis
To identify the problem and prescribe the most effective method of treating osteochondrosis, an anamnesis is performed. All patient complaints are taken into account. A visual inspection is being carried out. Includes:
- assessment of body position;
- skin examination;
- palpation and beating of areas in which the patient complains of pain;
- determination of skin sensitivity.
In addition, a study of the most affected spine is assigned. The patient is referred for radiographs, computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). With the help of procedures, the degree of damage in the back area, the condition of the nervous processes, the blood vessels are revealed.
The Medical Innovation Center also uses ultrasound to diagnose problems. Ultrasound is informative, safe and considered a less expensive way to detect pathologies.
Osteochondrosis Treatment Methods
To get rid of the disease completely, an integrated approach is needed. The choice of ways to eliminate it depends on the etiology of the disease, the patient's age, the degree of damage to a part of the body. In our osteochondrosis treatment center, the following methods are used.
The clinic for the treatment of osteochondrosis offers a comprehensive diagnosis, an individual approach and high quality prevention of the disease. The clinic employs outstanding specialists with extensive experience, including physicians and candidates for the medical sciences. Many physicians were awarded the highest qualifying category. Using their experience, knowledge and skill, the staff at our osteochondrosis treatment center are able to provide effective assistance in eliminating pathologies in adults.
At Innovative Medical Center, the attention of specialists is directed towards finding and eliminating the causes of the pain syndrome and further rehabilitation. To eliminate the pain, blocks, courses of acupuncture, shock wave therapy (shock waves) or Khivamat therapy are prescribed to the patient. Then comes the period of restoration of impaired spinal function, during which the following modern and effective methods of osteochondrosis treatment are used in courses:
Kinesiotherapy
The patient receives a series of exercises that he performs in special simulators and using additional equipment: rollers, balls. When performing tasks, the load is removed from the spine, muscles are trained, joints are restored. The strengthening of the muscular corset is a guarantee of the absence of the risk of the disease returning after a certain period. The method has a minimal list of contraindications and is suitable for patients of any age.
massage therapy
It is prescribed only after the exacerbation has been removed. The minimum course is 10 sessions. It helps to eliminate swelling, relieve pain and improve blood circulation. The technique and objectives of the procedure depend on the exact diagnosis. For example, in case of problems with the cervical spine, work is carried out with the area of the cervical collar. The specialist performs rubbing, stroking and kneading to relieve pain, revitalize. But the therapist can also prescribe osteochondrosis treatment with acupressure massage. During this procedure, the pain points and acupuncture points are affected.
Acupuncture
The main tasks of acupuncture are to relax the deep layers of the muscles, relieve pain, and increase the blood supply to the affected areas of the body. The session lasts from 20 to 60 minutes. The duration depends on the scale of the treated skin. 10-15 procedures are prescribed as standard. In a complex treatment, the number of procedures may be smaller due to the complementary action of other procedures. The manipulations are practically painless. The action of the needles is similar to mosquito bites. Although it all depends on the patient's pain threshold.
At Innovative Medical Center, this modern method of treating osteochondrosis is used by physicians in the medical sciences. Experienced specialists perform the manipulations competently, so you shouldn't worry about the result.
UHT therapy
It is prescribed to relieve pain and eliminate inflammation. The procedure is an effective way to get rid of the degenerative complication of the disease - herniated disc and other ridge pathologies. The principle of action of shockwave therapy is to influence the affected area with a shockwave. Due to this, the destruction of salts and salt deposits occurs, improves blood circulation.
The procedure takes about 5 minutes. An individual regimen is selected for each patient depending on the degree of development of the pathology. The effectiveness of therapy is compared to a deep, intensive massage. After 2-3 sessions, a positive trend is observed.
Kinesitaping
The therapist uses duct tape, an elastic adhesive, to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. It is gently attached to the affected area of the body, slightly lifting the top layer of skin. The patient is not limited in physiological mobility.
Kinesitaping is prescribed in conjunction with physical therapy exercises. Due to its elasticity, which compares to the elasticity of the skin, the tape starts to affect the inflamed area from day one. As standard, the cast is fixed for 3-5 days, then the course is repeated 2 more times until discomfort during movement is completely eliminated.
There are few contraindications: skin diseases and high sensitivity of the epidermis. The procedure is prescribed for patients of any age and gender. A thorough knowledge of physiology and anatomy is required when applying the tape. At our center, this procedure is performed by experienced chiropractors.
PRP therapy
Plasma therapy - injections of the patient's own plasma. For its implementation, special equipment is used that extracts platelets from the blood. Plasma is mixed with blood cells and injected into the patient. The procedure allows you to quickly regenerate the affected tissue, stopping inflammation. As a result, joint fluid is restored and joint mobility is improved. Blood circulation improves in damaged tissues.
The process takes about 20 minutes. The duration of the course depends on the stage of the disease. On average, 2 to 6 procedures are prescribed.
Each consists of 3 stages:
Administration of plasma does not cause pain. The patient feels only mild discomfort.
The method not only eliminates the symptoms but also affects the cause of the illness. A long term effect is provided.
At Innovative Medical Center, you can get detailed advice from a traumatologist, neurologist, physiotherapist. After diagnosis, they will prescribe a set of measures designed to eliminate spinal diseases without pills. We have modern equipment and offer effective methods for the treatment of osteochondrosis in women and men of any age.