A sedentary lifestyle becomes the key to the development of many diseases associated with dysfunction of the musculoskeletal system. The most common disease is cervical osteochondrosis, which affects the intervertebral discs. This ailment occurs suddenly and develops over 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;
- Light-headedness;
- Movement coordination is disrupted.
Very minor symptoms can develop into irreversible pathology of the spine. Therefore, in the event 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 (sedentary, office) lifestyle;
- Improper nutrition (lack of calcium, magnesium);
- Heredity;
- Hypothermia, mechanical damage to the neck;
- Lifting weights;
- Being overweight;
- Drinking alcohol.
If you do not take preventive measures and do not engage in treatment, but only take drugs that relieve pain, then the complete destruction of thinned bones can occur. Also, 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 carrying out of a set of procedures, which includes anesthesia by applying an ointment, mixture, cream. A significant result of preventing cervical osteochondrosis is achieved through self-massage and gymnastic exercises.
To relieve pain, normalize blood circulation and eliminate inflammation, rub the affected area. Rubbing recipes:
- 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 on the neck three times a day.
- The boiled potatoes are pounded and mixed with honey, after the mixture has cooled down a little, it is necessary to attach 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 infuse for 3 weeks. The remedy is taken 3 times a day for 1 tbsp. l.
Also, an equally popular recipe is a decoction of parsley roots, which are crushed and poured with boiling water, for every 100 grams. 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 to stop the progression of the disease. The 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 find out the zones that cannot be influenced.
Self-massage procedure:
- Taking a sitting position;
- Complete relaxation of the body;
- Fingers are applied to the neck, and light stroking is carried out from top to bottom 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 muscles with shifts and pinching;
- Upon completion, stroking.
The session should last 8-10 minutes.
In combination with massage, therapeutic exercises are considered effective. Exercise should be smooth and not tiring the body. Emphasis should be placed on the cervical spine, head turns, neck stretching, shoulder movement.