Back pain often, it occurs after strenuous physical activity, such as lifting heavy objects, gardening, gardening, bending over for long periods of time, etc.
Sometimes it goes away, but it recurs after a while, so it should not be ignored. It's no secret that delaying treatment will make it much longer and more complicated. Osteochondrosis of the spine is often diagnosed after a visit to the doctor because of pain in part of the back. What is it, how does it manifest itself and what treatment is involved?
What is spinal osteochondrosis?
It is a degenerative disease of the intervertebral discs of the spine that affects the spine. Intervertebral discsare cartilaginous cushions sandwiched between the vertebrae of the spine. Age is the most common cause of wear and tear of these cartilages, so as we get older, their elasticity decreases and the intervertebral discs become flatter, which reduces the space between the vertebrae. The discs begin to press on nerves and blood vessels, and bony growths form, leading to inflammation of the tissues surrounding the discs, which leads to pain.
The pain is very sharp at the onset of the disease, usually occurring after strenuous physical activity. Over time, the pain usually lessens, although it never completely disappears. But spinal flexibility and range of movement decrease.
What are the symptoms of osteochondrosis of the spine?
Osteochondrosis of the spine can be reasonably suspected if:
- Pain in the neck/neck/back/lumbar region;
- you feel stiffness in your neck/neck/back/lumbar region ;
- the pain or discomfort increases with changes in the weather;
- difficulty sleeping;
- dizziness along with other symptoms.
Causes of spinal osteochondrosis
In addition to age, the risk of developing osteochondrosis of the spine is increased by congenital diseases of the cartilage and joints, as well as by obesity, injuries sustained during work or sport, strenuous physical activity or, on the contrary, passive, sedentary work. Frequent wearing of high-heeled shoes can also contribute to the development of this condition. Frequent exposure to angina is another cause of spinal osteochondrosis .
Osteochondrosis of the spine is more common in older people (over 45 years of age) and is also more common in women than in men.
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the spine
After diagnosing osteochondrosis of the spine, the doctor prescribes the necessary treatment. It is true that there are no medicines that can cure the disease completely, so the doctor prescribes medicines that relieve pain and inflammation. These are usually creams and gels, painkillers and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Prevention of osteochondrosis of the spine
Certain recommendations can be followed to prevent the recurrence of pain. First of all, it is important to choose a good mattress, because the mattress has a very important influence not only on the quality of sleep but also on the muscles. A good quality mattress that is sufficiently firm can help prevent back pain. It is not recommended to choose a soft mattress as it will not provide adequate support for the spine.
It is advisable to avoid hard physical work, loads on the spine and spinal injuries.
To prevent osteochondrosis of the spine, it is very important to strengthen the back muscles, which means regular exercise and exercises specifically designed to strengthen the back muscles. Swimming is a good way to strengthen the back muscles.It is also important to take care of the correct posture.
If the patient is overweight, it is recommended to reduce the weight, as being overweight puts extra strain not only on the spine but also on other joints.
If other diseases such as gout or rheumatoid arthritis are contributing to the spinal pain, these diseases should be treated.
Make sure you eat a good diet, including fruit, vegetables and healthy foods.
When lifting and carrying heavy objects, handbags, even bags of groceries, lift and carry them correctly to avoid damaging your spine.
Get a lumbar support that fits snugly around the lumbar spine, stabilises the spine, makes it easier to work your muscles and relieves pain.
