Existing methods of treating cervical osteochondrosis are aimed at reducing symptoms, preventing complications, stopping further destruction of cartilage and bone tissue of the spine, and preventing patient disability.
Osteochondrosis is a degenerative-destructive pathological process that first affects the intervertebral disc and then the vertebra itself.
- Positive dynamics in 97% of cases.The results of the treatment course are confirmed by control MRI images.
- No side effects.The methods used in the clinic are safe and have no side effects.
- Lasting effect.The treatment minimizes the risk of new hernias in other segments, as well as hernia recurrence.
It is necessary to treat osteochondrosis of the cervical spine immediately after the first signs of the disease appear.
Mechanisms of development of osteochondrosis.
The spinal column is made up of the vertebrae and the intervertebral discs located between them.The intervertebral disc has a gelatinous nucleus pulposus in the center, surrounded on the periphery by a dense fibrous ring.The nucleus pulposus is hydrophilic, saturated with moisture and has great elasticity.Thanks to the elastic properties of the intervertebral discs, shock absorption and spinal mobility are guaranteed.
In people over 20 years old, the discs gradually begin to lose elasticity.This is due to obliteration of the vessels that fed the discs and an increased blood supply occurs due to diffusion from the adjacent vertebral bodies.In cartilage tissue, due to lack of nutrients, regeneration processes slow down - the disc begins to "age".Initially, the nucleus pulposus becomes dehydrated, loses its elasticity and becomes flat, which increases the load on the annulus fibrosus.Microcracks, stretching zones, breaks and delamination appear in the ring structure.
The degenerated disc protrudes into the spinal canal and irritates the nerve endings of the pain receptors located in the posterior longitudinal ligament.
The features of the pathological process in cervical osteochondrosis are associated with the anatomical structure of this part of the spine: different structure and size of the cervical vertebrae, denser articulation in the intervertebral joints and a poorly developed muscle structure.With prolonged static loading on the cervical spine (working at a computer), weak muscles poorly support the head, and the main load falls on the spine.
Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis in a professional clinic is carried out using a unique technology based on a combination of manual therapy, electrophoresis and photodynamic laser therapy.
The main reasons leading to the development of osteochondrosis:
- Congenital or acquired anomalies of the spine.
- Natural aging processes of the body.
- Genetic predisposition.
- Long-term static and dynamic overloads of the spine: forced postures, physical inactivity.
- Passion for sports that are dangerous for the spine: professional wrestling.
- Smoking.
- Autoimmune diseases that affect connective tissue – collagenosis.
- Inadequate nutrition with a predominance of carbohydrates and fatty foods, with a deficiency of proteins, vitamins, micro and macroelements.
- Overweight, obesity.
- Injuries and diseases of the spine.
Stages of development of cervical osteochondrosis.
In its development, cervical osteochondrosis, as a disease, goes through several stages:
Stage I. The initial period is characterized by local pain in the neck area, which intensifies when turning and tilting the head.There is softness of cervical lordosis and muscle tension.Morphological changes begin in the structure of the intervertebral discs: drying of the nucleus pulposus, cracks in the annulus fibrosus.
Stage II.The pain in the neck intensifies and radiates to the arm and shoulder.Severe headaches, weakness and decreased performance occur.The destruction of the annulus fibrosus continues, signs of pathological mobility and instability of the vertebrae appear.
Stage III.The pain in the neck is intense and constant, radiating to the arms and shoulders.The arm muscles weaken and there is numbness in the upper extremities.Patients experience headaches, dizziness and spatial orientation problems.At this stage, the annulus fibrosus is completely destroyed.The nucleus pulposus is not fixed, it extends beyond the vertebrae and enters the spinal canal forming a hernia.The hernia bulge compresses the nerves and blood vessels, causing poor circulation in the cervical spine.
Stage IV.This is the final stage of the disease.The cartilage of the intervertebral discs is replaced by connective tissue, and adjacent segments of the spine are involved in the pathological process.The joints grow together and become immobile (ankylosis).The patient's condition is serious: severe pain not only in the neck, but also in the arms, chest, between the shoulder blades, signs of stroke, sensitivity disorders.This is a life-threatening condition that can lead to a stroke.
The success of the treatment depends 90% on the experience and qualification of the doctor.
Free consultation and diagnosis with a doctor.
- chiropractor
- vertebrologist
- osteopath
- Neurologist
During the consultation, a comprehensive diagnosis of the entire spine and each segment is performed.An experienced doctor determines exactly which segments and nerve roots are affected and causing pain symptoms.Based on the results of the consultation, we provide detailed treatment recommendations and, if necessary, prescribe additional diagnostics.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine is made on the basis of: patient complaints, characteristic clinical picture, medical history, data of a neurological and orthopedic examination of the patient using modern diagnostic methods: radiography, computed and magnetic tomography, results of functional tests.
After making an accurate diagnosis, the doctor decides how to treat osteochondrosis of the neck in a given patient, what technique should be used in a particular case.
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine.
Cervical osteochondrosis is treated symptomatically, mainly by conservative methods, including:
- Drug therapy, including pain relievers, anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants, and B vitamins.
- Physiotherapy methods: electrophoresis, laser therapy.
- Manual therapy.
- Acupuncture.
- Therapeutic exercise.
Surgical intervention is very rarely used when there is a real threat of stroke, paralysis or when the functioning of internal organs is disturbed.
At this stage of the development of medical science, it is impossible to completely cure osteochondrosis of the cervical spine, but it is possible to prevent further progress of the pathological process and stabilize the condition of the affected spinal segment.
An integrated approach and the gentle nature of the therapeutic methods used make it possible to effectively treat even advanced forms of cervical osteochondrosis.
The main methods of treatment of cervical osteochondrosis in a modern clinic.
Manual therapy and osteopathy.This method of manual impact on problem areas of the spine, the purpose of which is to restore the normal physiological position of the vertebrae and intervertebral discs.During the procedure, pinched spinal nerve roots are removed and the neck muscles in the area of pathological changes are relaxed.
Electrophoresis is a method of delivering medications directly to the affected segment of the spine.Medications are prescribed to improve blood circulation, relieve inflammation and muscle spasms.
Photodynamic phototherapy.The method is based on the ability of a photosensitive drug to be activated under the influence of laser radiation.A layer of medicinal substance is applied to the skin in the area of the affected segment, which, penetrating 10 to 13 cm deep into the tissue, has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect.
The author's three-component technique, including manual therapy, electrophoresis and laser therapy, allows you to quickly relieve pain, eliminate swelling of the surrounding tissues, improve blood supply in the area of inflammation and activate the metabolic processes of the cartilaginous tissue of damaged intervertebral discs.The goal of treatment is not only to reduce pain and improve the patient's condition, but also, by influencing various parts of the pathological process, to stop further destruction of the intervertebral discs and the vertebrae themselves.
The methods used for the treatment of osteochondrosis of the neck in a modern clinic have been tested in the best manual therapy centers in Europe and the USA, are safe, effective, have practically no contraindications and are well tolerated by patients even in older age groups.
The patient will receive recommendations on what to do in case of cervical osteochondrosis after consulting a neurologist, depending on the stage of the disease, the severity of symptoms, concomitant pathologies and the results of examinations.