Cervical osteochondrosis is affecting more and more people today.
If in the past, older men and women with this disease went to the doctor, now even teenagers can boldly knock on his door. Osteochondrosis of the cervical region "rejuvenates" every year, so its treatment is a topical issue for all generations.
Symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis
A sedentary lifestyle and insufficient physical activity will eventually make you feel better. And it would be nice if only the back and neck were tired.
In fact, disrespect for one's own body soon begins to show signs of osteochondrosis, sometimes individually and sometimes collectively.
In general, the symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis, which are classified below, may include "tingling" in the neck, dizziness, ringing and throbbing in the ears, "stars" in front of the eyes, and headaches.
reflex
The most common symptom of neck disease is called reflex. Often they occur in the form of short-term "shots". In this case, only a doctor can diagnose osteochondrosis, because this disease alone does not manifest itself in this way.
All reflex syndromes are divided into three types:
- cervical - severe pain in the neck and spine;
- cervicocranialgia - restlessness and restless posture while dizziness;
- posterior sympathetic dysphoria - constriction of blood vessels in the cervical region, which causes severe pain.
These symptoms usually appear only when exposed to additional factors - prolonged stay in a restless state or hypothermia of the neck.
The pain appears in the back of the head, with loads, the hands get tired more quickly.
In particularly severe cases, cervical osteochondrosis can be mistaken for heart disease - when there is discomfort in the chest and swelling of the left arm.
Root
Osteochondrosis cannot begin - treatment should begin as early as possible. Otherwise, after a while it will be possible to feel the radical symptoms of the disease.
They occur with only one complication, when the spinal nerves and blood vessels are constricted and compressed in the neck. Oxygen starvation begins when they become inflamed and block the supply of enough air to the brain.
Radical symptoms include irritability, drowsiness, and apathy because the body does not have enough oxygen to function normally. Such symptoms, accompanied by pain in the neck and spine, are a good reason to see a doctor.
Treatment with folk remedies
Osteochondrosis of the cervical region, home treatment has been discovered and tested by many generations, does not necessarily require expensive drugs. The experience of fathers is a powerful enough tool to fight it and often helps to overcome the disease.
There are many folk remedies for osteochondrosis that relieve pain, relieve muscle tension and do not squeeze the nerves.
Traditional medicine traditionally includes the following:
- ointments and rubs;
- gymnastics;
- massages and self-massages;
- herbal compresses and other medicines.
The most effective methods of combating osteochondrosis are listed below.
Honey ointment
Like many diseases, osteochondrosis can also be treated with honey. Rather, it is an ointment based on it that will help reduce muscle spasms and improve metabolism in the affected area of the neck.
To prepare the ointment, you need to mix 300 grams of heated honey, 6 grams of mummy and a tablespoon of warm water. The finished product is applied to the neck and massaged for about two minutes.
After that, more ointment is added to the affected areas, a light self-massage is performed and the neck is wrapped in polyethylene and a warm scarf. You can take a shower before the procedure to better absorb the components of the drug.
horseradish leaves
In the treatment of osteochondrosis, the leaves of grass work with excess salt - remove it from the body.
Therefore, even if it is an old disease, their use is of great benefit and meaning. Fresh leaves of a young plant are especially useful, but a dried version can also be used.
Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis with horseradish occurs in the form of compresses, tinctures and even baths. Raw leaves are poured with boiling water and applied to the affected areas, while dry ones are thoroughly soaked beforehand.
The longer the drug is stored in the affected area of the neck, the better the effect. Leaving the compress overnight is the best solution.
Tincture is prepared on the basis of vodka or alcohol, diluted in half with water in a 1: 1 ratio to the liquid of washed and finely chopped leaves.
The prepared "cocktail" is stored for a week in the basement or on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, then removed and filtered. Take tincture half an hour before meals.
Other herbal compresses
In addition to horseradish, compresses can be made from many other plants. Most of them will have a warming effect and will improve the functioning of the circulatory system in the affected areas of the neck.
Herbs from which compresses can be made include:
- licorice root;
- coltsfoot;
- celery root;
- crazy;
- elderberry and many others.
A compress consisting of 1 g of propolis, 50 g of mustard powder, 50 g of aloe juice and 400 ml of vodka is very effective. All components are mixed and applied at night, especially to painful areas.
A compress is made from maple fruit with the same vodka. Take a handful of maple and warming liquid in a ratio of 1: 4. The mixture is brewed for 7 days, then a compress is applied overnight.
rolling-pin
There is also a place for the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis at home with exercise. Exercises with a rolling pin or other similar projectile are especially effective.
A similar massage is performed as follows: the patient lies on the floor or other hard surface, a rolling pin is placed under the neck, which must be "rolled". With the help of training, the neck itself and the back collar area are developed.
Under no circumstances should you take it for a rolling pin during an exacerbation of the disease.
Gymnastics with cervical osteochondrosis
Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis at home, mainly with yoga-derived gymnastics, passes faster if you use all the prescriptions of traditional medicine in the complex. However, the patient's condition must also be taken into account.
For example, gymnastics is contraindicated in the development of osteochondrosis.
If there is no reason to give up, you should consider the following exercises:
- Sitting on the ground on the heels, the hands hold the lock around the neck and with their help gently bend the head, shaking it back and forth. There should be no sudden movements and pain;
- lying on his back on his back, legs bent at the knees. While maintaining the position, the patient should roll from one side to the other;
- keeping your back straight and placing your hands on a table or other surface, you should slowly turn your head in different directions;
- lie on your stomach and lift your head from time to time. Sudden actions are unacceptable;
- Lying on his back with his legs straight, one hand is placed on the chest and the other under the middle of the back. Breathe in and hold the air for 10 seconds.
There are many exercises that can help fight cervical osteochondrosis, but the main thing when doing any of them is to maintain a smooth and calm rhythm.
Self-massage
In addition to compresses, tinctures, gymnastics and ointments, self-massage is also used to combat the disease. Sitting in a comfortable chair, the patient should massage the neck in a circular motion: knead 4-5 times, rub 6-8 times and rub twice.
Cervical osteochondrosis is a serious test for self-massage treatment at home, and if the procedure is performed soon enough, it can significantly reduce its manifestations.
Self-massage has clear advantages: by relying on their senses, the patient can control the frequency and intensity of movements, relieve himself of pain and anxiety. This exercise perfectly relaxes the muscles and relieves tension in the neck.
The result
Cervical osteochondrosis should be treated comprehensively, approaching it from all sides.
In addition to medical intervention, folk remedies should be used - ointments, compresses and gymnastics.
This will help you get rid of the disease as soon as possible or reduce its effects - and life will return to a bright and rich program again.