Current treatments for cervical spondylosis aim to reduce symptoms, prevent complications, prevent further destruction of cartilage and bone tissue of the spine, and prevent patient disability.
Chondrolysis is a pathological degenerative-destructive process that first affects the intervertebral disc and then the vertebrae themselves.
- Positive motivation in 97% of cases.The results of the treatment were confirmed by control MRI images.
- No side effects.The methods used at the clinic are safe and have no side effects.
- Long lasting effect.Treatment minimizes the risk of new hernias in other segments as well as hernia recurrence.
It is necessary to treat cervical spondylosis immediately after the first signs of the disease appear.
Mechanism of development of osteoarthritis
The spine consists of vertebrae and the intervertebral discs between them.The intervertebral disc has a gel-like nucleus pulposus in the center, surrounded at the periphery by a dense fibrous ring.Mucous membranes are hydrophilic - saturated with moisture and highly elastic.Due to the elastic properties of the intervertebral discs, shock absorption and mobility of the spine are guaranteed.
In people over 20 years old, the disc begins to lose its elasticity.This is because the vessels feeding the intervertebral disc are obstructed and the subsequent blood supply occurs by diffusion from the adjacent vertebral bodies.In cartilage tissue, due to lack of nutrients, the regeneration process slows down - the disc begins to "age".Initially, the nucleus pulposus dehydrates, loses elasticity and becomes collapsed, which increases the load on the annulus fibrosus.Microcracks, elongation zones, fractures and delamination appear in the structure of the ring.
The degenerated disc protrudes toward the spinal canal and stimulates the nerve endings of pain receptors located on the posterior longitudinal ligament.
Features of the pathological process in cervical spondylosis are related to the anatomical structure of this part of the spine: different structure and size of the cervical vertebrae, more dense articulation at the joints between the vertebrae and an underdeveloped muscular framework.With prolonged static load on the cervical spine (working in front of a computer), weak muscles do not support the head well and the main load falls on the spine.
Treatment of cervical spondylosis at a professional clinic is performed using unique technology based on a combination of manual therapy, electrophoresis and photodynamic laser therapy.
The main reasons leading to the development of osteonecrosis:
- Congenital or acquired malformations of the spine.
- The body's natural aging process.
- Genetic predisposition.
- Long-term static and dynamic overload of the spine: forced posture, physical inactivity.
- Passionate about dangerous sports that damage the spine: professional wrestling.
- Smoke.
- Autoimmune disease that affects connective tissue – collagenosis.
- Improper nutrition with mainly carbohydrate and fat foods, lacking protein, vitamins, micro and macro elements.
- Overweight, obese.
- Injuries and diseases of the spine.
Stages of development of cervical spondylosis
During the development process, cervical spondylosis goes through many stages:
Stage I. The first stage is characterized by localized pain in the neck area, which increases when turning and tilting the head.There is cervical tenderness and muscle tension.Morphological changes begin in the structure of the intervertebral discs: drying of the nucleus pulposus, cracking of the annulus fibrosus.
Phase II.The pain in the neck became more intense and spread to the arms and shoulders.Severe headache, weakness, and decreased performance occur.The destruction of the annulus fibrosus continues, and signs of pathological mobility and instability of the vertebrae appear.
Phase III.The pain in the neck is severe and constant, radiating down to the arms and shoulders.The muscles in the arms become weak and the upper limbs become numb.Patients experience headaches, dizziness and problems with spatial orientation.At this stage, the annulus fibrosus is completely destroyed.The nucleus pulposus is not fixed, spreads beyond the vertebrae and into the spinal canal, forming a hernia.A protruding hernia will compress nerves and blood vessels, leading to poor circulation in the cervical spine.
Stage IV.This is the final stage of the disease.The cartilage of the intervertebral discs is replaced by connective tissue, and neighboring spinal segments participate in the pathological process.The joints grow together and become immobile (ankle).The patient's condition is critical: severe pain not only in the neck but also in the arms, chest, between the shoulder blades, signs of stroke, and sensitivity disorders.This is a life-threatening condition that can lead to stroke.
The success of treatment depends 90% on the experience and qualifications of the doctor.
Free consultation and diagnosis with a doctor
- orthopedist
- Zoological researcher
- osteopathy
- Neurologist
During the consultation, a thorough diagnosis of the entire spine and each segment will be performed.An experienced doctor will determine exactly which nerve segments and roots are involved and causing the painful symptoms.Based on the results of the consultation, we give detailed recommendations on treatment and, if necessary, appoint additional diagnostics.
Diagnose
Diagnosis of cervical spondylosis is made based on: patient complaints, characteristic clinical picture, medical history, data from neurological and orthopedic examination of the patient using modern diagnostic methods: radiography, magnetic and computed tomography, results of functional tests.
After an accurate diagnosis, the doctor decides how to treat cervical osteoarthritis in a given patient, what techniques should be used in a particular case.
Treatment of osteoarthritis of the cervical spine
Cervical spondylosis is treated symptomatically, mainly with conservative methods, including:
- Treatment is with medications, including pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants, and B vitamins.
- Physical therapy methods: electrophoresis, laser treatment.
- Manual therapy.
- Acupuncture.
- Therapeutic exercises.
Surgical intervention is used extremely rarely when there is a real risk of stroke, paralysis or when the work of internal organs is disrupted.
At the current stage of medical development, it is impossible to completely cure cervical spondylosis, but it is possible to prevent further progression of the pathological process and stabilize the condition of the affected spinal segment.
An integrated approach and the gentle nature of the therapeutic methods used make it possible to effectively treat even advanced forms of cervical spondylosis.
Main methods of treating cervical spondylosis at modern clinics
Manual therapy and osteopathy.This method of manual impact on problem areas of the spine, the goal is to restore the normal physiological position of the vertebrae and intervertebral discs.During the procedure, the compressed nerve roots of the spine are removed and the neck muscles in the area with pathological changes are relaxed.
Electrophoresis is a method of delivering medication directly to the affected spinal segment.The drug is prescribed to improve blood circulation, reduce inflammation and muscle spasms.
Photodynamic therapy.This method is based on the ability to activate sensitive drugs under the influence of laser radiation.A layer of medicinal substance is applied to the skin in the affected area, penetrating 10-13 cm deep into the tissue, having anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects.
The author's three-component technique, which includes manual therapy, electrophoresis and laser therapy, allows you to quickly relieve pain, eliminate swelling of surrounding tissues, improve blood supply in the inflamed area and activate the metabolic processes of the cartilage tissue of damaged intervertebral discs.The goal of treatment is not only to relieve pain and improve the patient's condition, but also, by influencing different parts of the pathological process, to prevent further destruction of the intervertebral disc and destruction of the vertebrae itself.
The methods used to treat cervical osteoarthritis in a modern clinic have been tested in the best manual therapy centers in Europe and the USA, are safe, effective, have almost no contraindications and are well tolerated by patients even in older age groups.
The patient will receive recommendations on what to do about cervical spondylosis after consulting with a neurologist, depending on the stage of the disease, severity of symptoms, comorbidities and examination results.