Cervical back pain is pathological in the tissues of the intervertebral discs and vertebrae. As A result of thinning of the soft tissues, decreases the effect of attenuation of the vertebrae. Occurs the compression of blood vessels and nerve fibers, it reduces the mobility of the cervical spine.
Cervical back pain is one of the most dangerous locations of degenerative disc disease, because this disease worsens blood supply to the brain.
How dangerous is cervical back pain
Consequently, interrupted the normal functioning of the cervical spine, reduced his mobility, appear pain in the neck. Cervical back pain can be the cause of deterioration of the cerebral circulation, migraines, heart rhythm disorders, the deterioration of vision, coordination and attention, the development of disc herniation.
Osteochondrosis cervical spondylosis of the vertebral column
The symptoms of cervical osteoarthritis
The disease is characterized by a strong pain in the area of the neck, nape of the neck, the scapula and the forearm. The pain may increase with movement of the head, or in certain poses. In consequence of the pain and inflammation occurs fatigue of the muscles of the neck. Patients often observe migraine, impaired hearing and sight, vertigo, tinnitus, sudden changes in blood pressure, fainting. A symptom of a degenerative disease of the cervical disc may be a violation of the sensitivity of the tips of the fingers.
Causes of cervical osteoarthritis
The causes of cervical arthrosis usually associated with the aging of the body and the advancing age in the tissues. However, the style of life and the related factors increase the risk of the appearance of the disease. These include:
- low physical activity, sedentary work;
- excess weight and improper power supply;
- diseases of the musculoskeletal system: a flat foot, rheumatism, scoliosis, disorders of posture;
- injury to the neck or head.
In addition to this, the low back pain can be caused by other diseases of the spinal column. The backbone of a whole, and also treat need as a whole. That's why the first thing to do when you suspect a low back pain — a comprehensive examination of the spinal column.
The treatment of cervical osteoarthritis
The treatment prescribed after the examination. The doctor collects the medical history, and guide the patient in the examination. Often in magnetic resonance imaging. Find out the exact cause of the disease, proceeding to the treatment.
In the acute phase the doctor prescribes painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications. In a period of remission - physiotherapy — massage, shock wave therapy, curative physical education. These techniques aim to strengthen the corset muscles, relieve stress, and prevent heart attacks disease.
Prevention of cervical arthrosis
- Passes the regular visits. The disease is easier to prevent than to cure. The annual survey will identify the disease at early stage and cared for until it is passed on to the heavier phase.
- Follow posture. Keep your back flat, shoulders relaxed. If you work much at the computer, or a desk, choose a comfortable chair, sit properly, do a workout every half an hour-an hour of work.
- Leading an active lifestyle. The more that walk, the many greetings in the open air, to do sports, which is particularly useful in swimming.
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During sleep using a cushion with the spine.