Thoracic osteochondrosis

Poar osteochondrosis is diagnosed quite rarely, since this spine is a minimum load.Symptoms of such a pathology are similar to other diseases.If the treatment is not started in a timely manner, then protrusions, and then hernias and malfunctions in the work of internal organs are formed.

Determination of thoracic osteochondrosis

With thoracic osteochondrosis, severe and sharp pain in the chest area occurs.However, such a symptom may also indicate inflammation of the lungs, ischemic conditions, gastritis or pancreatitis.This makes it difficult to diagnose the disease.

Pay attention!In the chest area, the vertebrae of the vertebrae is very rarely observed, since this spine is inactive.

Most often, osteochondrosis of the thoracic region is found in people with a passive way of life.The patient has dystrophic and degenerative changes in bone and cartilage.Against the background of osteochondrosis, other dangerous diseases may occur.For example, pneumosclerosis, atherosclerosis or the formation of a malignant neoplasm.

A feeling of sharp pain in the chest and back arises as a result of the intervertebral hernia.

Initially, the bones are affected, over time the pathology affects the cartilage, connective and muscle tissue.If such a clinical state occurs in a child or teenager, then his musculoskeletal system begins to age even before he is fully formed.The disease has no age restrictions and is found in men and women with the same frequency.

Thoracic osteochondrosis has the following symptoms:

• pain between the shoulder blades;
• paresthesia in the neck, abdomen and chest;
• heart pain;
• sleep problems;
• violation of the emotional state;
• High or low blood pressure.

Such signs of damage occur against the background of narrowing of the spinal canal due to dystrophic changes in the intervertebral discs, edema and the development of the inflammatory process.

Degree of thoracic osteochondrosis

Osteochondrosis of the thoracic region develops gradually.Each stage has its own symptoms.The following degrees of defeat are distinguished:

1. First- There is no pronounced symptoms.Propes begin to appear, intervertebral discs become less elastic.
2. The second- The elasticity of the intervertebral discs becomes less.The thoracic region becomes unstable, there is a risk of hernia formation.Pain syndrome and neurological signs of damage are observed.
3. The third- The pain is constantly enhanced, a hernia is formed.
4. Fourth- Intervertebral discs become completely not elastic.The destruction of the bone tissue of the vertebrae begins.Neurological disorders are more intense.

It is impossible to completely get rid of the disease, especially in the last stages.With the help of proper treatment, you can relieve pain and eliminate neurological disorders.

Causes

The main reason for the development of pathology is the power supply deficiency and an uneven distribution of the load.As a result of such processes, the flow of metabolic processes slows down, and this leads to the development of dystrophic lesions.

Symptoms of thoracic osteochondrosis are aggravating in the late afternoon.The next morning, as a rule, the pain becomes much less.

Common causes of thoracic osteochondrosis:

• scoliosis;
• improper posture;
• constant sitting work;
• spinal injury;
• The weak muscles of the back.

At risk, people who lead a sedentary lifestyle.Such causes provoke not only osteochondrosis, but also a number of other diseases of the spine.For example, a protrusion of the thoracic region.

Diagnostics

To diagnose the disease, contact surgeon-orthopedic surgeon.He conducts not only an external inspection, but also prescribes a number of diagnostic examinations that will help to make an accurate diagnosis.

In most cases, radiography of the thoracic spinal column is prescribed.If necessary, the doctor sends the patient to MRI or CT.In case of suspicion of malfunctions in the work of the heart, an ECG is carried out.Depending on the condition of the patient, tests may be prescribed.

Making the correct diagnosis for breast osteochondrosis is quite difficult.It is easy to accept for malfunctions in the work of the gastrointestinal tract and nervous system.Based on the results obtained, the doctor diagnoses and prescribes therapy.

Treatment

Therapy of osteochondrosis of the thoracic region should be complex.It begins with taking drugs, physiotherapy and exercise therapy.During the exacerbation of the disease, the patient should adhere to the bed regime.

The doctor prescribes drugs that activate the regeneration processes of bone tissue.The following groups of drugs are taken:

• analgesics- relieve acute pain in the thoracic region, improve the operation of the respiratory system and eliminate unpleasant sensations while moving;
• antispasmodics- effectively remove muscle spasm;
• Natural meanswhich allow you to preserve the liquid in the intervertebral discs;
• Vitamin complexes- drugs that contain a large number of vitamins of group V.

For treatment, external drugs are used.They have anesthetic, warming and anti -inflammatory effects.Preparations in the form of ointments are applied to the chest area and rubbed in circular movements.Such ointments cannot be applied to the area of the heart.

To warm up the muscles and relieve acute pain, the use of warming ointments is recommended.

The duration of treatment and the exact dosage of the drugs are prescribed by the doctor depending on the condition of the patient.Self -medication can provoke a deterioration and development of complications.

To maintain the normal operation of the spine, patients are recommended to attend physiotherapeutic procedures.Most often appointed:

1. Electrophoresis.The impact is using constant weak electric current.The procedure activates the movement of medicinal particles.
2. Ultra -frequency therapy.Ultra -high frequencies penetrate deeply into the bone, connective and nervous tissue.They have a thermal impact.
3. Magnetotherapy.The procedure allows you to slow down the progression of the pathological process.The therapeutic effect is due to an alternating or constant low -frequency magnetic field.
4. Electrotherapy.For its implementation, low -frequency, impulse and high -frequency current is used.Impulse electrotherapy is recommended to combine with electrophoresis and mud treatment.
5. Shock wave therapy.Acoustic impulses penetrate the body to a depth of 6 cm.
6. Ultrasound treatment.The impact occurs due to ultrasound fluctuations that create micromassage.
7. Ultraviolet radiation.It can be regenerating, bactericidal, painkillers and anti -inflammatory.

All types of physiotherapeutic treatment have a point effect and do not cause side effects.Such procedures are painless and in combination with taking medications give a good result.

REFERENCE!There are special devices that allow physiotherapeutic effects at home.

Before their use, you need to consult a specialist.

To improve the patient's condition, the doctor prescribes medical physical education and massage of the thoracic region.The simplest exercises can be performed regardless of the form of the disease.Effective exercises:

• alternately raising each shoulder up;
• head turns in different directions with fixation;
• tilting the head to the left and right shoulder;
• Tilt of the head forward and backward;
• Circular movements shoulders.

In the process of performing exercises, the patient must monitor his well -being.In case of sharp and severe pain, it should be stopped training.All movements should be smooth.

During the treatment of osteochondrosis, it is recommended to carry out classic or acupressure.Therapeutic effect of the procedure:

• elimination of pain in the affected area;
• increased muscle tone;
• improvement of lymph flow and blood circulation in the chest area;
• increasing trophics of intervertebral cartilage;
• Elimination of pathological muscle tension.

Massage allows you to improve local metabolism.Manual exposure sessions should be held regularly.They will help to avoid relapse and prevent further degeneration of tissues.

The manual therapist is able to significantly improve your condition for a certain period and slow down the development of the disease, but this is rather a temporary measure.

Sometimes, methods of non -traditional medicine are used to treat breast osteochondrosis.For example, acupuncture.Acupuncture involves the impact using thin needles on active points.This procedure normalizes blood circulation, has an anti -inflammatory effect and activates the process of tissue regeneration.

The patient feels relief after the first acupuncture session.To consolidate the result, it is recommended to pass 10 procedures.In the process there is a slight discomfort, and after removing the needles, red dots remain.

There are a number of traditions of traditional medicine that can be used as auxiliary.Before their use, it is necessary to consult with a specialist for their effectiveness and safety.

REFERENCE!One of the most effective home remedies for the treatment of breast osteochondrosis is a rub.

To prepare it, vodka, iodine, analgin and ointment will be required.The crushed tablets must be mixed with the rest of the components.The medicine is infused within 2 days.It should be used to rub the affected areas.The procedure is recommended to be carried out daily, until negative symptoms will pass.

To reduce pain, you can use homemade ointment based on pork fat, fir oil wax and ammonia.Preparation algorithm:

1. Fat is melted in a water bath and mixed with wax.
2. The mixture warms up within 20 minutes.
3. Fir oil is added to the mass and warms up for another 20 minutes.

At the end of cooking, ammonia is added.The finished ointment is transferred to a glass jar.This tool is recommended to be stored in the refrigerator.The affected area must be rubbed every day before bedtime.

For the treatment of thoracic osteochondrosis, honey, potatoes, garlic, horseradish and herbs can be used.Before using a home remedy, it is necessary to make sure that there is no allergic reaction.

Prevention

Prevention of osteochondrosis of the thoracic region is regular physical activity and proper nutrition.With prolonged sitting work, it is recommended to periodically take breaks for warm -up.It can be simple exercises or a walk.It is recommended to change the poses as often as possible and try not to overstrain the spinal column.

You should eat correctly and monitor the weight.

REFERENCE!Obesity can provoke problems with the spine.

The fractional power circuit is recommended.It is necessary to monitor the amount of fluid drunk.Its lack in the body is dangerous by dehydration of the intervertebral discs and the development of the pathological process in cartilage tissue.

The diet should be rich in proteins.They can be obtained from fish, nuts, legumes and meat.Products with a high content of calcium, manganese and phosphorus will help strengthen and preserve the bone structure.For normal absorption of calcium, it is recommended to consume products with vitamin D. It can be eggs, sea fish and butter.

For preventive purposes, it is recommended to massage the back.It allows you to improve blood circulation and metabolic processes.Due to regular manual exposure, muscle cramps are eliminated and the body's performance is increased.As a result, the muscles of the spine becomes stronger, which in turn will remove the excess load from the intervertebral discs.