A bone tumor can develop in any part of the spine, but most often affects the neck and lower back. The disease has an inflammatory-dystrophic nature and progresses lawfully in a chronic form. Fibroids of the cervix are often diagnosed in women, while men are more susceptible to lumbar spinal cord tumors.
General description
Most people spend an entire day in a sitting position: at school, college, office, driving a car or at home with a computer. Over time, many people begin to experience discomfort first, then pain after sitting for a long time. Worsening posture, appearing stooped, difficulty standing up or turning.
This is how 1 appeared, the first stage of osteonecrosis, in which the easiest to deal with the disease. If you don't take the measures, then in the future there is a risk of turning into a chronic form with frequent exacerbations. In some cases, the case ends in disability.
REFERENCES: The cervical fibroids account for 1/2 of the diseases.
Clinical images of cervical fibrosis include:
Pain syndrome- caused by compression of the nerve root. Depending on which vertebra and disc are damaged, the pain can spread down the shoulder, forearm, or the entire arm. Characterized by headache, increased pressure;
- sensory disturbances, mainly in the hands and fingers. There may be numbness, a burning sensation, or a crawl;
- decreases the strength and tonicity of the muscles on the affected side, sometimes muscle twitching and cramps;
- increased sweating, skin discoloration - pallor, redness;
- chest pain; The
- spinal artery syndrome occurs when one of the two arteries is pinched, accompanied by a severe headache, tinnitus, nausea, dizziness, less often - a swallowing disorder.
There is no medicine that can completely eliminate the cause of bone necrosis. But you can get rid of its symptoms and prevent relapses with the simplest methods.
How is chondrosis treated?
In the acute phase, rarely people get better without pain relievers. The most popular and effective are inexpensive drugs based on sodium metamizole, as well as NSAIDs - nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
For severe pain, the attending physician can prescribe pain relievers in the form of injections, but most often they are prescribed in the form of tablets and supplemented with ointments. Complex therapy also includes physical therapy, massage, and exercise. Massage sessions and therapeutic exercises are usually initiated after relief of acute symptoms.
You can do it yourself at home
Home treatment of fibroids is a prerequisite that most doctors emphasize. It is impossible to cope with the disease alone with drugs and physiotherapy, they only temporarily eliminate symptoms. Remission can be extended by doing regular physical activity, by dose, using self-massage techniques, compressing therapy and intensive infusion.
By precisely following the instructions and following medical advice, impressive results can be achieved. Self-massage provides significant financial savings, and the use of herbal decoctions and infusions in place of some drugs reduces the negative effects of the drug on the body.
Home remedies, like traditional treatments, help to quickly end pain syndrome, normalize brain circulation and improve sleep. With the help of the available products, you can eliminate suspense and irritability, stabilize blood pressure, and restore normal sensitivity of the neck nape area.
exercise therapy
Therapeutic exercises are part of the main standard of sclerosis treatment and are chosen by a mentor of therapeutic practice. The first 1-2 sessions are held at the clinic or health center, after which the patient can practice at home.
Exercise 1. PI (starting position) - stand, feet shoulder width. Tilt your head right, left, forward and back. All movements should be slow and smooth, you should tilt your head back especially carefully, don't throw back suddenly.
Exercise 2. From the same PI, turn your head to the sides. At the extreme, direct your gaze behind your back. Sometimes the first turn is not good, should not be forced to events. Over time, the "block" restriction movement will disappear.
Exercise 3. Draw your shoulders back, bringing your shoulder blades as close together as possible. Hold this position for a few seconds, then bring your shoulders forward and back. The movement is similar to the famous "cat", but is done in a standing position.
Another effective set includes the following exercises:
- Stand or sit, place palms on your forehead and press your head against them, overcoming hand resistance. Hold this position for 15-20 seconds.
- Place your hands on the back of your head, rest your head on your hands, and place your hands behind your head.
- Place your palms on your right ear and apply mutual pressure, trying to tilt your head towards your right shoulder. Then switch sides and tilt your head to your left shoulder, keeping your left hand on your left ear.
- Turn the head to the sides, placing the palm on the left or right cheekbone. First, the hand is on the right cheekbone, and the head tries to turn to the right, overcoming hand resistance. Then the palm of the hand is on the left cheek, and the head turns to the left. The pressing time is 15-20 seconds.
- Grasp the bottom of the head so that the thumb is above the chin and the rest is behind the head. Gently pull the head up, being allowed to sway from side to side like "pull out a cork". You cannot turn your head, the spine in your neck spine should be straight. The duration of the exercise is 15-20 seconds.
- Extend your arms to the sides and rotate first with the left, then with the right and then with both shoulders. This exercise is especially helpful for those who feel shoulder tension.
- Standing or sitting with your back straight, "roll" your head left to right and in the opposite direction, tilt your head down at the midpoint as much as possible and try to touch your chin with your chest. The number of repetitions is 10-12.
It is not necessary to complete the above complex if some exercises cause severe pain and discomfort. Agreeing with your doctor, you can also hang from the crossbar or crossbeam, swim, aerobics water and other authorized sports.
Self-massage
Self-massage for cervical degeneration at home. Thanks to the gentle pressure on the neck, the salt deposition is prevented, the blood supply and tissue nutrition are improved, and the intensity of pain is reduced. During exercise, muscles relax, metabolism is accelerated, blood pressure is stabilized.
If you wish, you can see a massage therapist at the clinic or do the procedure at home. However, a self-massage of your neck will come in handy once you've researched the basic techniques and identified areas of practice. It is also important to know which areas are best to avoid or act carefully.
The massage technique is quite simple and you should be completely familiar with it. The basic rules are:
- the direction of motion is from the center to the periphery, ie from the spine to the shoulders and behind the head;
- is only allowed to massage the cervical area with fingers, not using any device;
- is excluded from strong pressure: you need to act delicately and gently;
- muscles in the back and sides of the neck are caressed, rubbed, and kneaded;
- massage is carried out in a sitting position; The
- session begins with petting, continues with stroke and tumble movements, also ends with petting; Procedure time
- - 5-10 minutes.
In the absence of contraindications and with the approval of the attending physician, you can use the Kuznetsov applicator. This efficient and affordable device is a roller made of cloth or an oil towel with raised elements - panels with round or square spikes.
The applicator is very easy to use - you just have to put it under your head and lie on it. Soft needles bite the skin, increasing blood flow and acting on the bioactive points in the neck. The duration of the procedure starts from a few minutes and increases gradually.
First aid
If cervical lumbar pain occurs suddenly, see a doctor or call a home specialist is ideal. If help is delayed, some steps must be taken to relieve pain and protect vertebral structures from possible damage.
CONVENIENT LOCATION
First of all, you need to give the neck spine and limit as much as possible (preferably excluding) physical activity. Lie on a flat, moderately stiff bed or lay a thick blanket on the floor. Floors that are too hard, such as skylight floors or cool feather beds, will not work.
In the case of acute neck pain caused by osteonecrosis, you should wear a Shants necklace so that the neck does not move or move freely. As a result, the load on the cervical muscles is reduced and local blood circulation improves.
Without a Shants collar, you can make a homemade tire out of cardboard and cotton, fix the neck with it.
REFERENCES: Before going to the doctor, you should not use the high volume massage, hot compresses ointment, massage the neck. In some cases, such actions can cause very unpleasant complications.
LOCAL FUND
During the early hours of an attack, ice or cold compresses are allowed, but there must be a layer of cloth or gauze between it and the body. This will avoid hypothermia and increase pain.
Use of anti-inflammatory and analgesic ointments and gels based on diclofenac, ibuprofen, nimesulide and indomethacin is allowed. It is strictly forbidden to use products such as Finalgon, Viprosal, Capsicam, and other preparations with burning ingredients in the composition.
Warm and topical ointments have a local irritant effect, increasing blood flow to the neck, which can increase swelling and pinching nerve ends. For the cervical spine, special care is needed, as improper actions lead to a sharp rise in blood pressure.
In the case of an exacerbation of osteonecrosis, massage is not performed due to the risk of increased pain and reflex muscle spasm. In addition, cervical vertebrae are characterized by high mobility, and any careless movements can aggravate the condition.
MEDICINE
It is possible to treat pain with medicine, but remember that pain is a defense mechanism. With forced elimination, nothing can stop you from vigorous head movements, which will make the condition worse. Therefore, after taking pain relievers, you should observe a gentle diet, preferably lying down for at least 2-3 days.
Severe pain that does not go away on its own with pills and intramuscular injection, will be relieved with the help of novocaine blockade. This procedure is strictly carried out in the hospital: a local anesthetic is injected beside the damaged vertebra and stops pain. Blockade is performed only as directed and may cause side effects in the form of allergic reactions and infectious complications.
Prohibited actions
Throbbing neck pain is a good reason for a thorough consultation and examination by the doctor. Only after the correct diagnosis has been established, can the most effective treatment strategies and methods in a particular case be identified.
Obviously it is not possible to get rid of the pain in any way - for example: trying to repair a displaced vertebra yourself or seeking similar help from a friend who is not a doctorspecialist. Do not take large doses of pain relievers uncontrollably. Even folk remedies can be harmful if the diagnosis is not known.
Correct movement mode is very important: if you are in a paroxysmal stage, you should limit your movement as much as possible, then extend your physical activity for a few days. Performing exercises from the exercise therapy complex will help improve blood circulation, reduce the intensity of pain, and ease the inflammatory process. In addition, the correctly selected exercises will help strengthen the muscle corset that supports the spine.
How to cure bone necrosis permanently
Complex drug therapy consists of several groups of drugs:
- NSAIDs and analgesics during exacerbations; muscle relaxants to relax muscles;
- chondroprotectors, restores the cartilage tissue of the disc;
- vitamin and mineral complex containing vitamin B
Various ointments, gels and putty - for example Nanoplast plaster - effectively complement the treatment. Today, pharmacies have a wide variety of topical treatment drugs that can be used both during exacerbations and in the recovery phase:
- anti-inflammatory;
- chondroprotective; Homeopathic
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When acute symptoms improve, warmers may be used.
Traditional method
Honey potato wrap is made from raw mashed potatoes and honey. Both ingredients were taken in equal amounts, mixed well and placed on a cloth or gauze. Apply it to your neck for about 45 minutes. The procedure is performed twice a week.
Wax or paraffin must be melted and applied to the sore area, avoiding contact with the spine itself. It is recommended to perform such applications every two days.
Mix the water powder and rye flour mixture into the right amount, wash the cake and attach it to the neck. Lubricate the skin with turpentine before applying. Cover the compress with polyethylene and a warm cloth, hold until burning but not more than 15 minutes. You can do the procedure every other day.
Herbal preparations for oral use are made up of the following ingredients, used in equal proportions:
chrysanthemum- ;
- grass competition;
- St. John's wort;
- calendula;
- thyme;
- dandelion leaf.
st. l. incubate the mixture in thermos flasks, pour with one liter of boiling water. Drink 3 times a day before meals for ¼ glasses.
So at home, you can do a lot to get rid of nasty diseases like bone necrosis. When making all medical appointments, including taking medications, examining physical procedures and massages, performing therapeutic exercises, there is every opportunity to avoid its progression and prevent recurrence. play.
What to do now
Statistics that over 45% of people over 35 years old suffer from joint diseases! It all started small: somewhere they overdo it, somewhere they lift weights, somewhere they just blow their necks. Joints are designed in such a way that the main problems begin to be arthritis, then softening of the cartilage and consequently disability.
One important thing to remember: arthritis will leave you in a wheelchair for less than 3 years! The disease progresses many times faster if you are overweight, because in this case, the joints are subject to a double load.