A sedentary lifestyle becomes the key to the development of many diseases associated with dysfunction of the musculoskeletal system. Cervical osteochondrosis is the most common disease, affecting the intervertebral discs. This disease occurs suddenly and develops over a long period of time. Untimely treatmentThis leads to a significant reduction in the quality of health.
Typical symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis:
- headache in the back of the head;
- Dizziness;
- pain in the arms, shoulders, back;
- hoarseness in neck;
- numbness of the limbs;
- deterioration of vision;
- the appearance of fatigue, muscle tension at the slightest physical exertion;
- lightness;
- Movement coordination is disrupted.
Very minor symptoms can develop into irreversible deformity of the spine. Therefore, in the event of the above symptoms, it is imperative to look for ways to stop the development of the disease.
Causes and consequences of cervical osteochondrosis
The appearance of the disease is due to the influence of the following factors:
- sedentary (sedentary, office) lifestyle;
- improper nutrition (deficiency of calcium, magnesium);
- inheritance;
- hypothermia, mechanical damage to the neck;
- lifting weights;
- being overweight;
- To drink alcohol
If you do not take preventive measures and do not engage in treatment, but only take pain-relieving drugs, then complete destruction of thin bones can occur. Also, the development of the disease leads to a change in the position of the vertebrae, there is a compression of blood vessels. As a result, the blood begins to circulate poorly, the normal functioning of the cardiovascular system is disrupted, and brain activity deteriorates. In addition, the patient often has migraines, reduced visual acuity, complain of hypertension or hypotension. The most dangerous consequence is the occurrence of:
- intervertebral hernia;
- spinal stroke;
- vestibular stem syndrome;
- compression of the vertebral artery.
Only timely treatment will stop the progressive development of the disease.
How to treat cervical osteochondrosis at home
Even after contacting qualified specialists, the patient receives a list of recommendations related to self-medication. It is possible to achieve a positive result only with the regular conduct of a set of procedures, including anesthesia by applying ointments, mixtures, creams. Contains. A significant result of preventing cervical osteochondrosis is achieved through self-massage and gymnastic exercises.
To relieve pain, normalize blood circulation and eliminate swelling, rub the affected area. Rubbing method:
- A mixture of vodka with horseradish, crushed plant root in a blender, and a liquid are mixed in equal proportions. The infusion is rubbed overnight for 14 days.
- A combination of olive oil, plantain and sage, plants in an amount of 2 tbsp is infused with a fatty substance (50 ml) and petroleum jelly (40 ml). The drug is rubbed on the neck three times a day.
- Boiled potatoes are grated and mixed with honey, after the mixture has cooled slightly, it is necessary to apply it to the diseased place and wrap it with a film and a handkerchief.
To restore and enrich the body with vitamins, you should take tinctures and decoctions. The use of cinquefoil is considered effective. Plant 30 gr. Drain, pour warm water (0. 5 liters) and infuse for 3 weeks. The remedy is taken 1 tbsp 3 times a day. l
In addition, an equally popular recipe is a decoction of parsley roots, which are crushed and poured with boiling water for every 100 g. Roots need 1 liter of water. The composition needs 1. 5 hoursis boiled for, then take 1 tbsp. lThree times a day. The course lasts 3 weeks.
Cervical osteochondrosis can be treated with self-massage
Regular physical impact on the painful site helps prevent the disease from progressing. Massage does not take much time, however, it requires a careful approach, study of hot spots. Therefore, before proceeding with the procedure, It is necessary to detect the areas that cannot be affected.
Self-massage procedure:
- take a sitting position;
- complete relaxation of the body;
- fingers are applied to the neck, and for 2 minutes is done by light stroking from top to bottom;
- The exercise is repeated, only with great effort with the thumb;
- The lateral surface of the cervical spine is rubbed in a circular motion;
- Kneading muscles with shifts and pinching;
- Upon completion, stroking.
Sessions should last 8-10 minutes.
In combination with massage, therapeutic exercises are considered effective. The exercises should be smooth and not tire the body. Emphasis should be placed on cervical spine, head turn, neck stretching, shoulder movement.