Osteochondrosis- is a complex of dystrophic disorders in articular cartilage that complicates human motor function.
The disease develops in almost any joint, but most often the intervertebral disc is affected.
Osteochondrosis is divided into several types depending on its location: cervical, thoracic, lumbar.Each type has its own characteristics, manifestations, and subtleties of treatment.
Keep in mind that cervical osteochondrosis is the most common among the population.People of all ages are at risk, especially young people who work on computers for long periods of time.
Cause of disease
Despite a large number of modern technologies used in medicine, it is still not possible to determine the exact cause of this disease.There are suggestions that cervical osteochondrosis may arise as a result of genetic predisposition.
One thing is certain - there is a strong connection between a sedentary, inactive lifestyle, frequent computer work and the development of this disease.Therefore, to avoid osteochondrosis of the cervical spine, you need to lead an active lifestyle.If this is not possible due to professional activities, you should devote at least some time to simple physical exercises and monitor proper nutrition.
Treatment of osteochondrosis
If a person notices some symptoms that indicate osteochondrosis of the cervical spine, it is necessary to consult a doctor who will make an accurate diagnosis and prescribe the correct treatment.
Symptoms of osteochondrosis include:
- pain in the back of the head;
- throbbing sound when turning the head;
- neck muscle weakness, curvature;
- dizziness;
- unstable blood pressure;
- vegetative-vascular dystonia.
Each patient will be able to undergo a complete initial examination at the clinic, which will confirm the diagnosis and help determine the extent and other characteristics of the disease.After this, you can start treatment, which consists of manual therapy, physiotherapy, and therapeutic massage.
Only conservative treatment is used;Surgical intervention is not required in this case.This clinic has gained extensive experience in the treatment of osteochondrosis using acupuncture, manual therapy and osteopathy.The clinic has a complete physiotherapy room, where magnetic, laser and heat treatment techniques are used.