A sedentary lifestyle becomes the key to the development of many diseases associated with dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system. The most common disease is cervical osteochondrosis, which affects the intervertebral discs. This ailment occurs suddenly and develops for a long time. Untimely treatment leads to a significant decrease in the quality of health.
Typical symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis:
- Headache in the back of the head;
- Dizziness;
- Pain in the arms, shoulders, back;
- Crackling in the neck;
- Numbness of the limbs;
- deterioration of vision;
- The appearance of fatigue, muscle tension at the slightest physical exertion;
- daze;
- Movement coordination is disrupted.
Very mild symptoms can turn into irreversible spinal pathology. Therefore, in the case of the above signs, it is imperative to look for ways to prevent the development of the disease.
Causes and consequences of cervical osteochondrosis
The appearance of the disease occurs due to the influence of the following factors:
- Sedentary lifestyle (sedentary, in the office);
- Incorrect nutrition (lack of calcium, magnesium);
- Inheritance;
- Hypothermia, mechanical damage to the neck;
- Weightlifting;
- Being overweight
- Drinking alcohol.
If preventative measures are not taken and treatments are not given, but only pain relieving drugs are taken, complete destruction of thinned bones can occur. In addition, the development of the disease leads to a change in the position of the vertebrae, compression of blood vessels. As a result, the blood begins to circulate worse, the normal functioning of the cardiovascular system is disrupted, and the activity of the brain deteriorates. In addition, patients often complain of migraines, decreased visual acuity, hypertension or hypotension. The most dangerous outcome 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 cure 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 positive results only with the regular performance of a series of procedures, which includes anesthesia by applying an ointment, a mixture, a cream. A significant result in the prevention of cervical osteochondrosis is achieved through self-massage and gymnastic exercises.
To relieve pain, normalize blood circulation and eliminate inflammation, rub the affected area. Recipes for scrubbing:
- A mixture of vodka with horseradish, the root of a plant, crushed in a blender and a liquid substance are mixed in equal proportions. The infusion is rubbed overnight for 14 days.
- A combination of olive oil, plantain and sage, plants in a volume of 2 tablespoons are poured with a fatty substance (50 ml) and petroleum jelly (40 ml). The medicine is rubbed into the neck three times a day.
- Boiled potatoes are pounded and mixed with honey, after the mixture has cooled a little, it is necessary to apply it to the diseased area 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. dry, pour hot water (0, 5 liters) and leave to infuse for 3 weeks. The remedy is taken 3 times a day for 1 tbsp. L.
In addition, an equally popular recipe is a decoction of parsley roots, which are crushed and poured with boiling water, for every 100 grams. the roots need 1 liter of water. The composition is boiled for 1. 5 hours, then take 1 tbsp. L. three times a day. The course lasts 3 weeks.
Cervical osteochondrosis can be treated with self-massage
Regular physical impact on the painful area helps stop the progression of the disease. Massage does not take much time, however, it requires a careful approach, the study of hot spots. Therefore, before proceeding with the process, it is necessary to identify the areas that cannot be affected.
Self massage procedure:
- Assume a sitting position;
- Full body relaxation;
- Fingers are applied to the neck and a light stroking from top to bottom is performed for 2 minutes;
- The exercise is repeated, only with the thumbs with great effort;
- The lateral surface of the cervical spine is rubbed in a circular motion;
- Kneading the muscles with movements and pinching;
- When finished, caress.
The session should last 8-10 minutes.
In combination with massage, therapeutic exercises are considered effective. Exercise should be regular and not tire the body. Emphasis should be placed on the cervical spine, head rotation, neck stretching, shoulder movement.