Uncovertebral arthrosis of the cervical spine: causes and treatment

Cervical radiculitis is very common today. It is characterized by a lesion of the intervertebral discs and the joints of the ridge. At the same time on the cervical vertebrae there are bony outgrowths. This pathology can be observed in everyone, regardless of age or state of health.

The emergence of this disease can contribute to both congenital factors, and acquired. The second type of causes can be attributed to an incorrect position of the body, flat feet, as well as trauma to the cervical region, obesity, low-activity lifestyle. In addition, these factors can also be attributed exorbitant physical stress. Any deviation in the development of the vertebrae is already an innate cause.

Osteoarthritis of the cervical region is characterized by the fact that the intervertebral discs begin to lose fluid and become thinner. In this case, it is not able to function normally, and nerves can be strongly jammed. It is also worth noting that the mobility of the neck may deteriorate. Especially since on the vertebrae, bone growths begin to appear, which can severely injure muscles and ligaments.

Unco-vertebral arthrosis of the cervical spine may have such symptoms:

- Crunch when turning the head;

- painful sensations during a long stay in one pose;

- a whirling of the head;

- sudden pressure jumps;

- headache.

The disease can have other symptoms. However, if you feel the first signs, it is advisable to immediately consult an orthopedist and a neurologist. At the outset, the disease lends itself to complete cure. If the problem is started, then the treatment can help only partially (weaken the symptoms).

Unco-vertebral arthrosis of the cervical spine is desirable to be treated in a comprehensive way: with the help of physiotherapy procedures, massage, and conservative methods. Doctors recommend the patient to wear an orthopedic collar, which relieves the load from the vertebrae. Manual therapy will help relieve pain and cramps in the muscles. However, all procedures should be carried out by an experienced master. With regard to drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are used, which in everyday life are called painkillers.

Unco-vertebral arthrosis of the cervical spine is treated with medications that help improve blood circulation in this area. Chondroprotectors are used to restore cartilaginous tissue. In addition, they help to stop the growth of osteophytes and the destruction of the disk.

Also, unco-vertebral arthrosis of the cervical spine is desirable to treat and with the help of alternative medicine. For example, acupuncture, reflexology and yoga are good tools. These procedures will help to remove the pain syndrome. In addition, they help restore impaired neck mobility and relieve spasms in the muscles.

In any case, it should be remembered that self-medication does more harm than helps. Therefore, try to contact the doctor as soon as possible. In time, the procedures started will help get rid of an unpleasant disease.