Cervical fibroids are a common form of disease, manifesting as dystrophic changes in the discs in the cervical spine. Lack of treatment leads to structural and functional disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Doctors call this an occupational disease for office workers who are forced to stay in one position for long periods of time. Appears in every second person after 30 years.
Causes of cervical spine osteonecrosis
The sedentary lifestyle of modern society leads to many diseases. Early osteonecrosis occurs due to it.
Office workers are the most susceptible to the disease. They stay in a static position for a long time, even at breaks, the deep muscles are constantly tense. Prolonged stress leads to impaired blood circulation in the spine, leading to dystrophic discs.
Reason:
- Lifestyle. All factors are taken into account: regime, proper nutrition, the presence of bad habits;
- genetic predisposition. It only acts in conjunction with the previous reason;
- autoimmune diseases. For example, lupus erythematosus;
- physical trauma to the spine;
- hypothermia of the neck, back;
- excessive physical activity;
- age-related changes in the body;
- trauma, bruising of the spine;
- flat feet;
- infectious diseases;
- wrong position when sleeping;
- curvature of the spine, including scoliosis;
- metabolic disorders, overweight.
In the absence of a suitable treatment for cervical spondylosis, irreversible consequences will occur in the spine, as a result of which the nerve roots are compressed. Over time, herniated discs appear. The recovery of the musculoskeletal system is impossible.
Symptoms of the disease
Doctors have not identified the symptoms of osteonecrosis of the neck. The main things are:
- limited cervical spine movement;
- pain in the back of the head;
- swelling of the face, under the eyes;
- severe headache;
- numb fingers.
The complexity of the disease is that it is easily confused with other types of disease. For example, if a finger is numb, there may be bone necrosis in the chest.
The clinical manifestations of the disease are characterized by several syndromes:
- The reflex syndrome is characterized by acute pain in the cervical spine, which increases with movement. Strong muscle tension, pain.
- Milia syndrome is often referred to as sciatica. There may be a decrease in sensitivity, reflex reactions, changes in the motor field. Neurological symptoms occur:
- noise in the ears;
- hearing and vision impairment;
- pain in the arm, in the neck.
Then, hypertension may develop, which is accompanied by tinnitus.
- Lens-vascular syndrome presents as muscle weakness in the shoulder. The patient suffered from hand numbness due to osteonecrosis of the neck.
- Compression syndromes-spinal, brain. They are characterized by pain in the shoulder, nape, and reduced sensitivity. Myelopathy occurs in the elderly.
Cervical fibroids in adolescents have similar symptoms to migraines. Frequent headaches, nausea and sometimes vomiting. As practice shows, it is very difficult to establish an accurate diagnosis.
Doctors have proven that cervical osteonecrosis and hair loss are related. The disease causes frequent headaches, which can be called chronic. The nerve roots between the cervical vertebrae are compressed, the regulation of blood vessels in the head is disturbed. Nutrition is no longer transmitted to the tubers, hair falls out.
In rare cases, facial numbness occurs with cervical osteonecrosis. Accompanying it was a headache, a creaking sound in the neck.
Few people think about what leads to cervical osteonecrosis. There is a compression of the vertebral artery, which supplies blood to part of the brain, the cerebellum. As a result, there is a violation of blood circulation in the cells. In the absence of treatment, coordination is impaired, hearing and vision levels decrease, and stroke occurs.
Stages of cervical osteonecrosis
Doctors distinguish 3 stages:
- In the early stages, the process of destruction of the intervertebral discs begins. There is discomfort in the neck from the side of the spine, in rare cases, pain.
- In the second stage, the disease becomes a chronic condition. It is characterized by intense, persistent pain.
- The final stage of osteonecrosis of the neck is characterized by the presence of several symptoms:
- headache, dizziness;
- nausea vomiting;
- violation of the sensitivity of the upper extremities. Hands grow numb with cervical bone tumor, need to see a doctor urgently.
Treatment of cervical osteonecrosis
Treatment of osteonecrosis of any kind is carried out in a complex manner. Only this method can be effective in normalizing blood circulation and nutrition of the vertebral discs and removing pinched nerve roots. First of all, doctors focus on alleviating pain, reducing static tension in the muscles.
The course of treatment is prescribed for each patient. The duration depends on the nature of the pathology. Commonly used therapies: acupuncture, physical therapy, massage.
In severe cases, surgical treatment is used.
Treatment with folk methods
Traditional medicine is effective as a complementary measure. Consult your doctor before use. For the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis, compresses, ointments are often used:
- Mix in equal proportions aloe vera juice, vodka, propolis tincture, mustard powder. Put the resulting mixture on the affected areas before going to bed, cover it with cellophane and cloth.
- Boil potatoes, mash them. You can add honey (1: 1). Place the mixture on the neck, wrap it in a plastic bag, then with a cloth. Repeat the process 2-3 times a day.
- Finely chop two bell peppers, pour a glass of sunflower oil. Leave the mixture in a dark place for 5-7 days. Rub several times a day.
Physical therapy
Exercise is used as an adjunct to treatment. Use as a precaution. Check with your doctor, because sudden, unusual movements can worsen the condition.
Advantages of gymnastics: less time consuming, quickly effective.
Don't forget about preventing osteonecrosis:
- active lifestyle;
- moderate physical activity;
- proper organization of rest and work regimes. Alternate between static and dynamic. For example, exercise during your lunch break;
- avoid stress, overwork;
- Choose quality mattresses and pillows when sleeping.
The change in the structure of the spine takes place for a long time, the symptoms appear, but few people know it is a tumor of the cervical spine, so women are not in a hurry to see a doctor. As a result, they face serious health consequences.