The pathological changes in the joint cartilage, which lead to the dystrophy of the intervertebral discs of the cervical region, are called osteochondrosis.The disease occurs for various reasons, it has symptoms similar to other diseases, it is not always recognized and fraught with a danger hidden for human health, therefore it needs competent prevention.
What is the dangerous osteochondosis of the cervical column?
The spinal column is a support for the entire body and needs care.
It is not surprising that they say: the spine must be protected!
The cervical department is, on the one hand, the most mobile part of the spine.At the same time, it is quite vulnerable, subjected to light injuries due to the poorly developed cervix and the anatomical characteristics of the structure of the vertebrae.
- First, the cervical vertebrae differ in the structure.
- Secondly, the proximity of their mutual position determines the transfer of nerves and blood vessels even in the case of a slight vertebrae relationship.
Both vessels, in particular, the vertebral arteries and nerve fibers pass through the holes of the transversal vertebrates and actively participate in the innervation of the brain.Streezing of the blood vessels deprives the brain of the flow of blood and this can lead to serious cerebral disorders.
In addition, the deformation of the nerve roots and the vascular plexus can cause a shift of the spinal disc.In addition, it normally protrudes back or sideways, which is framed of the formation of an hernia.At this stage, the disc maintains its integrity, but the danger lies in the direction of the Arnia within the intervertebral channel.
In the next phase, degeneration affects the vertebral joints.Around them there are bone growths, which gradually cover the lumen of the canals that exist between the vertebrae.
It should be borne in mind that the channels of the cervical region are much closer, due to the anatomical structure than in other parts of the spine.Therefore, the minimum protrusion of the disc is sufficient for the appearance of compression.The vascular and nervous formations are squeezed, the muscles in response to irritation are excessively thesis, the pressure of the vertebrae has improved.
The processes described lead to pathological ischemic consequences, since the spinal cord and the brain suffer that they do not receive the necessary nutrition.
Why is the disease developed?
The previous attitude towards osteocondrosis, as an elderly disease with symptoms, increasing in parallel with an increase in age, has been replaced today to another, relevant for the current moment.The disease was clearly "younger".In these days of the doctors are addressed to doctors characteristic of osteocondrosis, rather young aged between 18 and 30-35 and even children.
Universal computerization and the widespread driving of the car help to fill the ranks of patients suffering from cervical osteochondosis.
Among the many causes of the disease, the main
- Insufficient physical training, in particular with the underdevelopment of the bone muscle system.
- Snowato, sedentary (long term sitting behind the steering wheel or on the monitor screen, TV).
- Hereditary factor.
- Violation of the posture, included due to the flat feet.
- Excessive body weight.
- The curvature of the spine, included due to injuries due to fractures or bruises.
- A long stay of a person in a state of stress.
- Bad ecology.
- Hypothermia and infectious injuries.
- Disadvantage in the nutrition of vitamins, trace elements.
- Lack of liquid in the body.
- Wearing heavy load.
- Long stay in a forced uncomfortable position, when there is a load on the cervical column (included during sleep on a "wrong" pillow).
- Innate instability of vertebrates.
The factors listed lead to the fact that a person starts with the neck problems, as rooser syndrome develops.Due to the degenerative changes in the body, the fabric of the cartilage of the intervertebral discs loses its intrinsic elasticity, dimensions and form physiologically normal.
A person begins to experiment with headache, neck pain, dizziness, tremoli in the eyes of "flies", ears in the ears and many other symptoms, when you should urgently consult a doctor to establish accurate diagnosis!
Prevention
The prevention of cervical osteochondosis consists in the competent organization of the workplace and in the entire work process, observing the correct diet, in swimming, yoga, performing simple gymnastics and massage exercises, night rest on the pillow that repeats the physiological curve of the neck.
- Swimming and yogaThey are excellent prevention of the osteochondosis of the cervical column.You can engage in them or under the supervision of an expert coach.
- DietIt should be composed in such a way that fruit, vegetables, a sufficient amount of clean drinking water, products rich in vitamins, calcium and magnesium every day.You shouldn't abuse fat, savory, smoked, alcohol, tobacco -date.It is recommended to exclude the products that contribute to the appearance of excess weight, edema and those that are scarcely removed from the body.
- The method of implementing any work should be organized in such a way that the five-minute breaks every 45-60 minutes, filling them with physical and breathing exercises.
- During the physical heat, you must certainly move, move, take the inclination of the head forward, turn it on the sides, up and down.
Circular neck rotation movements are not recommended!They can lead to neck lesions!
It is also recommended to draw the spine.The exercise is convenient to perform standing or lying on the back, lengthening with the effort of arms and legs in the opposite directions so that the whole body, together with the spine, extends from length.
Squts and deflection are also useful.
You should choose simple exercises and perform them in accordance with age and best of your strength, without being overwhelming!
The goal of gymnastics is to relax the neck muscles, the shoulders, the removal of excessive muscle tension, which occurs with a long -term monotonous position of the case, as well as strengthening the muscle corset in cervical fiber.In this case, the mobility of the vertebrae and the blood circulation of the entire area of the collar improves.
Gymnastics should be performed regularly, each exercise should be done 5-8 times, observing its sensations.
When performing a complex of physical education, there should be no pain!
- The massage of the nearby plate or of the peroostations of the area can be performed alone or seek help by a masseur.
- For a high quality quality, do not hurt the neck of night sleep or day light, a orthopedic cushion with an anatomically correct form is recommended, contributing to the relaxation of the head and neck muscles.A well chosen pillow protects nerves and blood vessels.
The prevention of cervical osteochondosis is relevant for students, for school teenagers and for all those who have been on the computer for a long time, at the table or car in the sitting position!
If you have children, it is very important from early childhood to monitor the correctness of their posture and adapt it with the slightest violation or curvature.This is also an effective prevention of cervical osteochondrosis.