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 several reasons, it has symptoms similar to other diseases, it is not always recognized and full of a hidden danger to human health, so it needs a competent prevention.
What is the dangerous osteochondrosis of the cervical column?
The spine is a support for the whole body and needs care.
It is not surprising to say: the column 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 and anatomical anatomical characteristics of the structure of the vertebrae.
- First, cervical vertebrae differ in structure.
- Second, the proximity of its location between them determines the transfer of nerves and blood vessels even in the case of a slight relationship of the vertebrae.
Both vessels, in particular, the vertebral arteries and nerve fibers pass through the holes of the transverse vertebrates and actively participate in the innervation of the brain.The policy of blood vessels deprives the brain of the blood supply, and this can cause severe brain disorders.
In addition, the deformation of nerve roots and vascular plexus can cause a displacement of the spinal disc.In addition, he, as a rule, stands out back or side, which is full of the formation of a hernia.At this stage, the album retains its integrity, but the danger is in the direction of the hernia within the intervertebral channel.
In the next stage, degeneration affects vertebral joints.Around it there is bone growth, which gradually cover the light of the channels that exist between the vertebrae.
It should be taken into account that the channels of the cervical region are much narrower, due to the anatomical structure than in other parts of the spine.Therefore, the slightest protuberance of the album is sufficient for the appearance of compression.Vascular and nervous formations are squeezed, muscles in response to irritation are too tense, the pressure of the vertebrae is improved.
The processes described lead to pathological ischemic consequences, since the spinal cord and brain suffer that do not receive the necessary nutrition.
Why is the disease developing?
The previous attitude towards osteochondrosis, as an elderly disease with symptoms, which increases in parallel to an increase in age, has been replaced today to another, relevant to the present.The disease was clearly "younger."These days of doctors are aimed at the characteristic doctors of osteochondrosis, quite young people aged 18 and 30 to 35, and even children.
Universal computerization and generalized driving of the car help replenish the ranks of patients suffering from cervical osteochondrosis.
Among the many causes of the disease, the main
- Insufficient physical training, especially with the underdevelopment of the bone muscle system.
- Sed, sedentary (long -term sitting behind the steering wheel or on the monitor screen, TV) lifestyle.
- Hereditary factor.
- Posture violation, even due to flat feet.
- Excessive body weight.
- The curvature of the column, even due to an injury as a result of fractures or bruises.
- A long stay of a person in a state of stress.
- Bad ecology.
- Hypothermia, as well as infectious lesions.
- Disadvantage in the nutrition of vitamins, trace elements.
- Lack of liquid in the body.
- Using heavy load.
- Long stay in a forced inconvenience position, when there is a load in the cervical column (even during sleep in a "incorrect" pillow).
- Innate vertebrate instability.
The factors listed lead to the fact that a person begins with the neck problems, since Rooser's syndrome develops.Due to the degenerative changes that take place in the body, the cartilage tissue of the intervertebral discs loses its inherent elasticity, physiologically normal size and shape.
A person begins to experience headache, neck pain, dizziness, blinking in the eyes of "flies", ears in the ears and many other symptoms, when he must urgently consult a doctor to establish a precise diagnosis!
Prevention
The prevention of cervical osteochondrosis consists of the competent organization of the workplace and the entire work process, observing the correct diet, in swimming, yoga, performing simple gymnastic exercises and massages, night rest in the pillow that repeats the physiological curve of the neck.
- Swimming and yogaThey are an excellent prevention of the osteochondrosis of the cervical column.You can participate in themselves or under the supervision of an experienced coach.
- Nutritious dietIt must be composed in such a way that fruits, vegetables, a sufficient amount of clean drinking water, products rich in vitamins, calcium and magnesium per day.It should not abuse the fat, salty, smoked, alcohol, tobacco date.It is recommended to exclude products that contribute to the appearance of excess weight, edema, as well as those that are poorly removed from the body.
- The implementation mode of any work must be organized in such a way that five minutes are stopped every 45-60 minutes, filling them with physical and breathing exercises.
- During the warm physical, you must definitely move, move, take the inclination of the head forward, turn it to the sides, up and down.
No circular rotation movements of the neck are recommended!They can cause neck injuries!
It is also recommended to draw the spine.The exercise is convenient to stand up or lying on the back, stretching with the effort of the arms and legs in the opposite directions so that the whole body, together with the column, stretch in length.
The squats and deflection are also useful.
You must choose simple exercises and perform them according to age and the best you can, without overwhelming!
The objective of gymnastics is to relax the muscles of the neck, shoulders, the elimination of excessive muscle tension, which occurs with a long -term monotonous position of the box, as well as the strengthening of the cervical fiber muscle corset.In this case, the mobility of the vertebrae and the blood circulation of the entire collar area.
Gymnastics must be done regularly, each exercise must be done 5 to 8 times, observing its own sensations.
When performing a physical education complex, there should be no pain!
- The massage of nearby dogs or the area can be made or searched for a masseuse.
- For high quality, not hurting the neck of the night sleep or daylight, an orthopedic pillow is recommended with an anatomically correct shape, which contributes to the relaxation of the muscles of the head and neck.A well chosen pillow protects nerves and blood vessels.
The prevention of cervical osteochondrosis is relevant to students, for school adolescents and for all those who have been on the computer for a long time, on the table or machine in a sitting position!
If you have children, it is very important from early childhood to monitor the correction of your position and adjust it with the slightest violations or curvature.This is also an effective prevention of cervical osteochondrosis.