Grade 2 osteochondrosis of the cervical spine requires professional treatment. With the development of this pathology, the integrity of the intervertebral discs is disrupted and the gap between them is also reduced. Of all the forms of osteochondrosis, cervical is the most common. The neck is mobile, in this respect, it is regularly subjected to stress. The initial stage of osteochondrosis is normally tolerable. It started - it poses a great threat to health.
Why does osteochondrosis of the cervical spine occur?
The causes of cervical osteochondrosis are many. The pathology can develop in people who lead a sedentary lifestyle. The veins pass through the vertebrae of the cervical region, supplying blood to the vessels of the brain. Osteochondrosis SHOP often occurs due to increased stress on the neck. Grade 1 osteochondrosis of the spine occurs in young and old. It is not age that matters, but lifestyle and body characteristics.
Grade 2 cervical osteochondrosis is common in adolescents. In medicine, there is the concept of "adolescent osteochondrosis". A common cause of osteochondrosis of 1. 2 degrees is the wrong position of the head. When this disease develops, the pulp breaks. The types of osteochondrosis depend on how severe the rupture of the pulp is. Early treatment of first degree osteochondrosis leads to the progress of the pathological process. In the third stage of the disease, degenerative-dystrophic processes are intense: the patient is more often worried about back and neck pain.
Characteristics of the first stage
With osteochondrosis of the cervical spine of the 1st degree, the pathological process extends to the muscles. The initial stage is characterized by the formation of cracks in the fibrous ring. It consists of collagen fibers.
Grade 1 osteochondrosis of the cervical spine leads to the appearance of unpleasant symptoms:
- The first stage of osteochondrosis is manifested by pain in the back of the head. Some people get bloated. With grade 1 cervical osteochondrosis, severe cramping pains may occur.
- If a person has been diagnosed with osteochondrosis of the cervical spine, they should see an ophthalmologist. Daughters can be expanded.
- Grade 1 cervical osteochondrosis often leads to Wright syndrome. If the patient gets his hand behind his head, the pain intensifies.
- Cervical syndrome usually develops at the onset of the disease. Inflammation in this case affects the muscles. The development of cervical syndrome is associated with an abscess. A person begins to feel pain in the neck, the mobility of the joints is limited.
- In the first stage, an anterior scale muscle syndrome may occur, in which the subclavian artery is affected.
How is the treatment performed? The goal of treatment is to repair pulp ruptures and prevent unpleasant symptoms. The treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine is performed surgically. The duration of the postoperative period is 7 days. In a month or two, the stitches gradually develop together.
To ensure the prevention of diseases, you must wear a special collar, worn around the neck. Your doctor will recommend the use of calcium gluconate solution. The drug helps heal wounds.
What happens in the second stage of the disease?
Osteochondrosis of the cervical spine of the second degree develops with the ineffectiveness of treatment at an early stage. Inflammatory reactions become intense, intervertebral foramina are reduced.
Grade 2 cervical osteochondrosis leads to the formation of osteophytes. These are bone processes that are formed in the context of dehydration.
Stage 2 of cervical osteochondrosis can last 4-5 years. The disease resolves periodically and worsens. A characteristic feature of the disease is the head fall syndrome.
The treatment includes manual therapy. The goal is to provide the cervical muscles with normal attachment. Depending on the condition, orthopedic treatment (connection of the vertebrae) may be prescribed. Medication is required. Calcium chloride is prescribed to eliminate pain. Therapeutic exercise is recommended: it should be administered 30 minutes a day. The main load must be on the joints.
How does the third stage manifest itself?
Treating third-degree osteochondrosis is rather difficult. With this disease, the structure of the intervertebral discs changes.
The pathological process includes tissues and joints:
- The vertebral body is torn, there are characteristic signs of intervertebral hernia. The person begins to feel severe pain in the back, neck and limbs. Degenerative-dystrophic reactions affect a large part of the throat.
- Third-degree osteochondrosis of the cervical spine is characterized by vestibular disorders. Periodically, a person experiences pain in the temples. Some patients may lose some of their senses.
- The risk of the disease in the third stage is that it leads to endocrine pathology. The treatment involves the operation and use of manual techniques. In the third stage of cervical osteochondrosis, no drugs are prescribed.
- The patient may have multi-segment osteochondrosis. With this disease, parts of the cervical spine are affected, shoulder mobility is reduced and elbow pain occurs.
To restore spinal function, you must wear a neck brace.
Disease syndromes
Osteochondrosis of the cervix is accompanied by syndromes:
- Vertebrae occur when cartilage and bone tissue are involved in the pathological process. Throat mobility is reduced. If a person tries to turn his head to the side, pain occurs in the occipital region of the neck. The vertebrae undergo morphological changes that are visible on X-ray. The symptoms of a syndrome are interrelated. An important sign of vertebral syndrome is the morphological changes in the tissues and bone structures of the cartilage. This syndrome is difficult to diagnose. A similar set of symptoms exists with myositis.
- Spinal artery syndrome is another manifestation, it can occur regardless of the degree of cervical osteochondrosis. The pathological process affects the arteries that feed the brain. Periodically, there is a sense of surprise. Dizziness is a symptom of vertebral artery syndrome. Blood pressure can jump, periodically there is nausea, vomiting. The nerve endings are irritated, which is why a headache occurs. With vertebral artery syndrome, fainting, oxygen starvation is possible. The disease is accompanied by the deposition of atherosclerotic plaques on the walls of blood vessels.
- Heart syndrome is manifested by chest pain. Rapid fatigue and reduced performance are observed. The heartbeat becomes fast. The diagnosis includes angiography and functional examinations. Radical syndrome is associated with damage to the spinal nerves. It is one-sided. With root syndrome, there is pain in the neck, combined with paralysis.
It should be noted that osteochondrosis leads to damage to a large number of vertebrae.
What is osteochondrosis of the thoracic region?
Osteochondrosis of the thoracic spine is detected in young and old: age does not matter. The pathology leads to degenerative-dystrophic changes in the structure of cartilage and bones. Delayed treatment involves a violation of the structure of the ligaments, joints, intervertebral discs. At an advanced stage, osteochondrosis of the thorax leads to the destruction of the intervertebral discs.
Complications of the disease can be:
- pneumosclerosis
- infertility;
- malignant formations.
If the disease develops in a young person, premature aging of the musculoskeletal system is observed. The function of cartilage structures and tissues has been significantly reduced.
Clinical presentation and causes
- With the development of this pathology, chest pains appear. They appear in a calm position and while driving. Unpleasant sensations intensify after lifting weights, sharp turns.
- The disease is manifested by tightness in the back. Respiration is reduced as a result of this problem.
- Chills may occur.
- Some people complain of flaking skin, thinning of the nail plate.
The disease is associated with pathological reactions in the intervertebral discs. It can be inherited. One predisposing factor is the defeat of the intervertebral discs. In some people, the disease is diagnosed with a background of osteophytes. The reason may be the low dose of physical activity or, conversely, physical inactivity.
Therapeutic activities
If there are no neurological symptoms, complex treatment is still required. Treatment can not be postponed, otherwise the intervertebral discs will be destroyed.
Before starting treatment, it is necessary to make a diagnosis. If a person has detected at least one of the above symptoms, they should see a neurologist. The doctor will make a souvenir, will examine the chest area. Palpation reveals a disc herniation. If the doctor finds one, an additional examination is prescribed. An x-ray is required. The MRI procedure allows you to study the musculoskeletal system and detect tumors.
Treatment depends on the degree of osteochondrosis of the breast, begins after confirmation of the diagnosis. Your doctor will prescribe medications that help relieve pain and restore the function of the musculoskeletal system. For the treatment of this pathology, injections, physiotherapy, physiotherapy exercises are needed. Additional procedures - magnetotherapy, vacuum therapy, physiotherapy exercises.
Daily exercise has a complex effect on the body, improves the function of the musculoskeletal system and the respiratory system. Massage reduces the severity of pain, increases muscle tone, relieves fatigue and improves blood circulation to the tissues. The procedure is performed by an experienced specialist.
conclusion
How many years can you live with osteochondrosis of the cervical and thoracic spine? The pathology is not life threatening, but its symptoms cause severe discomfort. The clinical picture of the disease can change: it all depends on the effectiveness of treatment.