Chondrosis is a disease that affects the spinal column. The full name of the disease is osteochondrosis.
Symptoms of Chondrosis
In the presence of chondrosis, the symptoms occur as follows:
• persistent headaches and migraines;
• dizziness;
• constant weakness;
• constant extraneous sounds in the ears;
• clicking sounds during cervical turns;
• sensation of compression in the back of the head;
• pain in the neck pillar;
• inability to turn the neck.
The listed signs indicate that chondrosis is beginning to progress.
Causes of pathology
The vertical position of the person leads to the fact that the vertebrae exert pressure on each other. Bone-cartilage tissue bends over time. The cause of the progression of this disease can be the small size of the vertebrae and weakness of the cervical muscles. The progression of the disease is greatly affected by the lack of blood flow into the cartilage.
The development of this ailment is a very complex and lengthy process. There is no single reason that will contribute to the onset of the disease. The disease is extremely common in athletes who have an increased load on the cervical spine.
Factors contributing to the onset of chondrosis:
• change in posture;
• excess weight;
• rachiocampsis;
• back injury;
• heavy physical activity;
• passive lifestyle;
• infectious diseases;
• stressful situations and overwork;
• frequent hypothermia;
• inactive way of life;
• uncomfortable posture at the time of sleep;
• genetic predisposition.
Whatever the reason, it is necessary to begin timely treatment of chondrosis at home and the symptoms cannot be left unnoticed.
Symptoms and treatment of chondrosis at home
As soon as excessive fatigue, dizziness, frequent headaches and other symptoms appear, you must consult a doctor. Medicine offers many options for treating the disease in addition to medicines. In the initial stages, the doctor pays attention to the symptoms of chondrosis and only conservative treatment is prescribed. Several methods can be used to cure the ailment:
• physiotherapy;
• physiotherapy;
• massage;
• special devices for fixing the spine.
If the disease has already passed into a serious form, then in this case you can not do without medications and surgical intervention. So, if you apply the treatment of chondrosis at home and the symptoms then disappear soon. Therapy is as follows:
1. Physiotherapy. This is the most effective and common way to cure an ailment. It is distinguished by its availability and simplicity. Treatment in this way can be carried out at home. In order to get the maximum result, it is important to regularly perform a set of exercises. Such sessions are intended primarily to strengthen the muscles of the neck. The emphasis is on those muscles that make up for the insufficient functionality of the spine. They assist the spine in maintaining weakened and deformed vertebrae. To strengthen muscles, you need to perform exercises daily, which include the help of the hands. Such exercises are useful to perform at work if she is sedentary. Carry out manipulations only during the period of calm of the disease. Otherwise, you can worsen the condition of the patient.
2. Massage. Thanks to massage sessions, you can reduce muscle tone, which causes cramping. After the procedure, the flow of lymph decreases, which is the cause of swelling. Such an event improves blood circulation in the affected part, which stops the process of destruction of the vertebrae.
It is possible to perform such actions, both at home and at work.
Folk remedies against the disease
In the treatment of chondrosis, traditional medicine such as ointments, solutions, herbal medicine and others are used. Treatment of the disease involves not just taking the drugs inside, but also applying them externally. Hot compress is especially effective, which eliminates pain and helps to relax muscles. The simplest and most effective method is applying bags of salt. Herbal medicine includes:
1. Grind the roots of the cinquefoil and pour a glass of boiling water. Leave in a thermos for 5 hours. Take a prepared healing potion in a quarter cup three times a day after eating.
2. Place horseradish leaves in boiling water for several minutes and then attach to the inflamed area. Bandage the neck with a scarf. Leave this compress overnight. In the morning, you can feel significant improvements.
3. Grind the garlic, add honey and cranberry juice to it. Leave for one day. Take the medicine received in a teaspoon three times a day before meals.
4. One tablespoon of yarrow flowers pour a glass of boiling water. Leave in a thermos for the whole night. Drink the drug three times a day for one tablespoon.
To eliminate pain and spasms, a decoction of elderberry flowers is very often used. To prepare the broth, you need to pour a tablespoon of the ingredient 0.25 liters of boiling water and leave for 30 minutes. Drink the prepared medicine in half a glass before bedtime.
A good result is provided by ointments and solutions prepared at home.
The most popular recipes are:
1. Grinding solution. In 1.5 cups of radish juice add a glass of honey and half a glass of vodka. Knead the whole mass very well and can be used for grinding. The procedure is repeated three times a day. After carrying out the manipulations, the neck must be kept warm. A scarf or towel is suitable for this. Do not remove within a few hours after the manipulation.
2. Rubbing with iodine, camphor and ethyl alcohol. To prepare the product, mix 0.3 l of alcohol, 10 ml of camphor alcohol and 10 ml of iodine. With this tool, it is necessary to wipe the places where pathological processes are localized. When applying the medicine, the patient has a slight burning sensation. Do not use this product in case of damage to the skin. It is recommended to apply immediately after the onset of pain. This recipe is effective for all types of chondrosis.
3. Chondrosis ointment. To prepare a healing ointment, it is necessary to melt 150 g of animal fat and pour 2 tablespoons of beeswax into it. After thoroughly mix the whole mass and add a spoonful of ammonia. The prepared medicine must be applied with gentle movements to the injured area. After use, the ointment must be placed in the refrigerator.
4. A glass of lilac flowers pour 0.5 liters of vodka. Leave to infuse for 4 days. Using the obtained tincture, rub the sore spot. The medicine will help eliminate pain and relieve cramping. Use also in case of exacerbations of the disease.
5. Stir melted in one container pork fat, fir linseed oil, pharmacy turpentine. The prepared medicine is applied to the inflamed area. Before carrying out the manipulations, it is necessary to warm the affected part with bags of salt.
Such methods will help eliminate all the main symptoms. But do not forget that it is important to eliminate the cause of the disease.
Other treatments for chondrosis
In order to reduce the load on the neck, you can use a special device, which is called the collar of Shants. He fixes the neck in a normal position. Such a device is recommended to be worn during exacerbations of the disease, with pain and in the case of a sedentary lifestyle.
In order to avoid exacerbation of the disease, it is very important to choose the right position and prepare your bed for sleep. The pillow should not cause neck bending. The mattress should not fall through. It should be tough and always stay level. If chondrosis develops, then you need to purchase an orthopedic mattress.
Chondrosis is an unpleasant disease that brings a lot of discomfort and discomfort. In order to prevent the disease from developing completely, you need to start a timely competent cure. Not only medicines, but also some recipes of traditional medicine will help to cope with this. Your health should be treated with special care.
