Cervical osteochondrosis is a degenerative-dystrophic disease of the spinal cord where the cartilagin disc structure and its basic bone change.Depending on the level of the disease, there is a deformation with the next vertebral body thinning.As a result, micro -blood circulation, nerve conductivity is disrupted.Cervical osteochondrosis can be a free disease or combined with degenerative-dystrophic damage to other spine.
In the international classification of ICD-10 disease, cervical osteochondrosis has no separate cipher.Pathology is indicated by the M42.1 code - spinal osteochondrosis in adults.The hospital carries a variety of diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal system diseases.This examination is conducted using the latest equipment that meets quality and safety standards.
Cause
Doctors distinguish several causes that can lead to the development of cervical osteochondrosis.These include:
- obesity;
- SEDENTARI LIFE;
- neck or spinal history;
- excessive load on the musculoskeletal system;
- psycho -emotional overstrain;
- congenital deformation of the cervical vertebra;
- descent tendency;
- Scoliosis, rheumatism, flat feet;
- metabolic pathology;
- hormone imbalance;
- Hypothermia.
It is difficult to identify and eliminate etiological factors independently.It's better to contact professionals.Doctors choose individual diagnostic complexes that allow you to determine the main cause of cervical spinal osteochondrosis.It is necessary to prescribe the right therapy.
Stage of development of cervical osteochondrosis
Cervical osteochondrosis is characterized by several stages.They determine the severity of the condition and the presence of certain clinical symptoms.
- First.In the early stages, there was a slight smoothness of the neck lordosis.Clinically, this is expressed in the pain syndrome, which is increasing when turning on the head.The patient complains of muscle tension, headache, movement stiffness.The first stage is treated without the use of medicine.It is sufficient to adhere to certain nutrition and practice.
- The second.At this stage, cervical vertebral instability appears.This is expressed in the strengthening of the pain, which gradually enters the shoulder or arm.Pain is increasing when moving.The second stage is characterized by a decrease in the height of the intervertebral disc.This leads to nerve violations.Patients complain of headaches, disorders, fatigue.
- The third.It is accompanied by severe deformation and destruction of the vertebral structure.The pain syndrome becomes constant.Intervertebral hernia begins to form.Clinically, this is expressed in the appearance of dizziness, darkness in the eyes, gait instability.
- Fourth.The fabric of the intervertebral disc is replaced by connective tissue.Some segments are involved in the pathological process.Patients complain of coordination, dizziness and headache.There is a continuous sound in the ear.
Symptoms and signs -to
Clinical symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis are the same for all ages.Many people postpone a visit to a doctor related to the presence of poor symptoms.Only when the disease acquires obsessive character and is accompanied by corresponding signs, is a treatment for medical help.
Modern equipment allows you to determine the developmental stages of cervical osteochondrosis.Thanks to this, the right treatment is prescribed that relieves symptoms in the shortest possible time.The main clinical signs of the disease include:
- pain in the neck, accompanied by problems;
- tingling or numbness in upper limbs;
- dizzy;
- headache;
- noise in the ear;
- panic attacks;
- movement stiffness;
- mobility restrictions;
- weakness, sharp damage;
- nausea;
- violations of orientation in space;
- Gait instability;
- Reduces visual acuity.
Symptoms depend on damaged vertebrae
The cervical bone is made up of 7 vertebrae.The corresponding symptoms are distinguished depending on the degree of damage:
| Vertebrae | Symptom |
| C1 | Reduces skin sensitivity. |
| C2 | The pain syndrome is localized in the nape and the parietal zone. |
| C3 | Tongue and hyoid muscles are disturbed;In severe cases, the speech is disturbed and the tongue controls disappear. |
| C4 and C5 | The pain syndrome is determined on the shoulders and nearby areas.The feeling of discomfort in the chest is combined, which is often taken as pathology. |
| C6 | Pain is felt in the neck, blade, lower arm.Nerve damage reduces skin sensitivity. |
| C7 | The pain is localized to the neck, back of the shoulder, the upper shoulder belt.Violation leads to a decrease in reflexes and violations of hand strength. |
Diagnostics
Cervical cervical osteochondrosis requires a comprehensive diagnosis.She includes:
- Collection of history and disease.Doctors explain the existing complaints, their appearance time, the dynamics of severity.It is necessary to determine the medicines used to ease the condition.
- Objective examination.After the survey, the specialist begins the inspection.Skin, Gait Patients are examined.In palpation, painful areas are determined.
- Radiography.The first instrumental research method is cervical spinal radiography.Usually, 2 projections are investigated.
- Ct, MRI.Thanks to research, it is possible to create a focus of lesions, proper localization.Tomography allows you to evaluate the state of blood and nerves.
- Ultrasound.Ultrasound studies of vessels -head and neck and neck allows you to evaluate their patency, stenosis levels.
- General blood test.First of all, the indicator responsible for inflammation (leukocytes, ESR) is evaluated.
Based on the data obtained, doctors establish the severity of cervical osteochondrosis.Doctors use modern equipment that allows you to quickly and effectively perform any diagnostic steps.
A variety of treatments
Like diagnosis, treatment of cervical osteochondrosis shows an integrated approach.The therapeutic amount is individually selected.It depends on the lesion segment, the severity of the disease and the severity of the clinical symptoms.The main method of treatment is:
- taking medicine;
- physiotherapy;
- Therapeutic physical culture;
- Massage;
- Surgical surgery.
Among the methods of medical treatment, several groups of drugs are used:
- Painkillers.They are used to reduce the severity of pain.
- Anti -inflammatory drugs are not specific.Used to reduce tissue swelling and inflammatory syndrome.They are set in many forms (tablets, meaning external use).
- Antispasmodics.They tighten the cramps, reduce the pain syndrome.
- Drugs for joints.Recover the intervertebral disc structure.
- B Vitamin B. positively affects the state of the nervous system.
Physiotherapy
It is prescribed to improve drug action.Most commonly used:
- acupuncture;
- Massage;
- Manual therapy.
Physical Education Medicine
Frequent training exercises will not only relieve the severity of the pain, but also have preventive effects.Thanks to physical exercise, strengthened muscle corset, blood circulation in the affected area increased, and the load in the affected area decreased.Experienced instructors develop individual therapy programs for each patient.This helps to quickly and effectively eliminate the symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis.The selected course can be repeated at home.
Massage
Proper massage of the cervical-cervical zone can reduce the condition, relieve muscle cramps, increase mobility.The restriction on the procedure is:
- pathology of the cardiovascular system at the decomposition stage;
- tumor formation;
- skin diseases;
- chronic somatic pathology suppression;
- Osteomyelitis.
When contacting a specific institution, you will choose the treatment individually.The average period is 10-15 sessions.
Relapse and treatment
Increased cervical osteochondrosis can occur at any time.In this case, the pain, the stiffness of movement and the limitations of mobility arises.In some cases, it is enough to observe the bed rest that rests for 3-4 days to relieve the symptoms.However, if the pathological features are preserved or intensified, you must consult your doctor.To stop the recurrence of cervical osteochondrosis, NSAID group drugs, muscle relaxants are used.
Prevention
To prevent the development or hunting of cervical osteochondrosis, it is necessary to be involved in prevention.The doctor recommends:
- leading an active lifestyle;
- Save posture;
- strengthen the back and neck muscles;
- adhere to a balanced and rational diet;
- sleep in the right position and comfortable;
- Periodically take a break if work is associated with long accommodation in a sitting position.
If the first symptom of cervical osteochondrosis occurs, it is recommended to consult a doctor.The specialist will help to properly diagnose, determine the level of the disease, and even prescribe the right treatment.