Pathological conditions of the musculoskeletal system are more common than other known diseases. According to statistics, every 40 people experience symptoms of similar diseases. Signs of cervical osteonecrosis are particularly common. Therefore, the symptoms and treatment of cervical warts as well as the causes of the disease that people need to know how to prevent the disease and eliminate complications occur.
What is cervical fibroid?
Osteoma is a disease characterized by changes in the intervertebral discs and dystrophy of cartilage tissue. In 25% of cases, osteonecrosis of the cervical spine occurs, this condition develops due to the structural features of this spinal segment.
The cervical region consists of 7 different vertebrae, located very close to each other. It is in this area of the body that complex movements are performed. In the cervical region, there are many peripheral and spinal nerves that affect internal organs. In addition, the neck is saturated with blood vessels, the main vessels pass through here: the jugular vein, the carotid artery and the vertebral artery. Often, with pathology, the vertebral artery is damaged, which is involved in the blood supply to the brain.
Involvement of blood vessels and nerves in this process leads to the development of serious complications (cerebral ischemia, stroke), therefore, timely recognition and treatment of neoplasmsCervical fibrosis is an important issue of medicine and human health.
Causes and symptoms of the disease
The causes of cervical spondylosis are many, but they all contribute to an increase in the load in the neck area or lead to a change in the structure of the vertebrae themselves. They are:
- violation of posture;
- excess weight;
- sedentary lifestyle;
- spinal cord injury;
- increased physical activity;
- emphasize;
- poor fitness;
- genetic predisposition;
- overactivity of the muscles during work;
- Hormonal disorder;
- metabolic changes;
- poor nutrition;
- deformities and malformations of the cervical spine;
- spine diseases.
The clinical signs of pathology are related to the structural features of the cervical spine. Even the smallest pathological processes lead to symptoms. Usually, patients complain of:
- pain in the neck, back of the head, arms and shoulders, head;
- weakness of the hand and decreased sensitivity;
- limited range of motion in the neck and upper extremities;
- crunching when turning and tilting the head;
- dizziness;
- lack of coordination;
- weak;
- changes in hearing and vision.
Degree of bone necrosis
The degree of pathology is due to clinical manifestations and complaints.
- 1 degree. There are practically no symptoms. There is mild pain and discomfort in the neck, which increases with movement. Mild muscle overstrain was identified, which is associated with pinched nerves and the development of lens syndrome.
- Grade 2. The patient is worried about severe pain in the neck, spreading to other parts of the body and caused by the reduced distance between the vertebrae and compression of the nerves. In addition, there was a headache, severe general weakness, and decreased performance. This is due to the addition of vertebral artery syndrome (it is involved in the pathological process).
- 3 degrees. The symptoms are intense, growing, and the pain is constant and unbearable. There is a violation of the sensitivity of the upper limbs, weakness, limitation of the mobility of the cervical segment. This is due to the development of a herniated disc.
- 4 degrees. The disc is completely replaced by connective tissue leading to constant pain, stiffness, tinnitus, impaired vision, hearing and coordination. Persistent brain and motor disturbances are characteristic.
Symptoms and pictures of cervical fibroids indicate the severity of the pathology, so at the first signs, be sure to see a doctor.
Treatment
Symptoms and treatment of cervical osteonecrosis are related concepts, because therapeutic approaches lead to reduction and disappearance of symptoms. This disease can only be completely cured in the early stages, but in this stage, very few people seek help. In other cases, therapy can stop degenerative-dystrophic changes, relieve symptoms, and prevent the development of complications.
Many people wonder how to treat the symptoms of genital warts. There is no definite answer, because each patient is individual and the treatment method should be selected on a case-by-case basis. But all the principles of therapy are condensed to reduce inflammation and pain, relieve muscle spasms, improve blood and nutrition supply to the cervical spine, and strengthen the musculoskeletal system.
The main treatment methods:
- are taking medication;
- physical therapy;
- Massage;
- Exercise therapy.
Medications:
- NSAIDs (reduces inflammation and pain);
- Vitamin B (improves metabolism and nutrition of nerve fibers);
- muscle relaxants (reduces muscle spasms);
- chondroprotectors (prevent the destruction of cartilage tissue and contribute to its restoration);
- warming creams and ointments (relieves pain and muscle spasms).
You shouldn't limit yourself to just taking medication. It is important to use all therapeutic approaches in a comprehensive and systematic manner. The combination of medicine, massage and exercise provides quick results and helps maintain the results obtained for a long time.