Treatment of osteochondrosis of the chest region: How to get rid of pain?

The chest spine osteochondrosis A chronic disease that involves degenerative processes in intervertebral discs.The pathological process quickly involves the cartilage and bone tissue of the vertebrae, so the back loses elasticity and constantly hurts.The first alarming symptoms in people over 25 years of age, more often - occur from 35 years.

The main problem with treating chest osteochondrosis is misunderstanding.The disease successfully disguises itself as a heartache, intercostal neuralgia, gastritis, heart attack and even the banal consequences of sleeping in an unpleasant situation.How do not fall down on the bait of osteochondrosis and recognize it in time?After all, remaining unharmed, osteochondrosis of the chest region can immobilize the patient and cause problems for the heart, digestive system, kidneys and gallbladder.

It should begin with a comprehensive diagnosis of the treatment of chest osteochondrosis and the cause of the disease.

Signs of osteochondrosis of the chest region

Clinical manifestation of chest osteochondrosis depends on the age, degree and stage (acute or remission) of the patient.

Initially, without treatment, chest osteochondrosis can be asymptomatic - even in the second stage of the disease, pain is often missing.The most characteristic of the disease is pain that takes a deep breath - taking a complete lung and holding your breath for a few seconds.For osteochondrosis of the chest region, two types of pain are specific:

• dorsgo - an analgesic acute attacks that disappear quickly (usually at night torture, bending and rotating the body, or effort);
• dorsalgia - Mild pain for 3 weeks that disappears when the patient "walks".

Other important criteria for self -diagnosis are strictness and insignificance in the sternum - for example, when trying to move their shoulders one by one or bring their blade together.

Significant symptoms and feelings are as follows during the treatment of chest osteochondrosis:

1. Pain at weight lifting or after a long stay in one position - usually shooting.With movement and active breathing, the pain increases and "surrounds" the chest, radiated to the armpit or collar.Some patients are also disturbed by the pain of the shoulders at rest.
   Unlike angina pectoris and other "heart" pains, which last between 3-5 minutes and one hour, thoracalgia with chest osteochondrosis can last for weeks and months, sometimes increased for several days and then decreases.Treatment of chest osteochondrosis does not result in "heart" drugs. 
2. "Goosebumps" in the chest- The feeling is most common in the upper part of the chest region in the muscle fibers.It is accompanied by a feeling of numbness, reduced sensitivity (both in the chest and back).As a result, the legs become cold, the skin peeling, fragile nails and other symptoms of inadequate tissue diet.
3. Colic in the internal organs- A sharp, stabbed pain can occur in the stomach, heart and even kidney, so patients often suspect that there is ulcer, angina or heart attack.If you have such symptoms, it is better to visit a neurologist for the treatment of chest spine osteochondrosis and only contact special doctors to avoid the wrong diagnosis.
4. Reflex disorders.In addition to chest osteochondrosis, they are most often expressed in rhythmic jerking of the shoulder and trapezius spine muscles to stretch them.
5. The general weakness of the chest spine- it becomes more difficult for patients to maintain their posture;They start to bounce and bend.At the same time, the back muscles are getting tense, the back "harden".
6. Difficulty- The shortness of breath when climbing stairs in the chest lack of air or tight feeling is the most common symptoms of chest osteochondrosis.Treatment begins with the patient complaining of coughing, so it is assumed that the patients have pneumonia.
7. Instability of the psycho-emotional sphere- People who pass through the symptoms and treatment of the chest spine become more irritable, suffer from constant fatigue and fatigue, even with sufficient rest.
8. Patients are disturbed by the stomach tract on saturation and loss of appetite, bloating, bloating, heartburn, irregular bowel movements, nausea.Patients are affected by pain in the throat and esophagus, which is a "lump" feeling when swallowed.

In women, the symptoms of osteochondrosis of the chest region include pain in the chest and mammary glands and groin.They are incorrectly qualified as gynecological problems.In this case, it is better to start checking symptoms and treating chest osteochondrosis with medicines, visiting orthopedic or neurologist. 
Treatment of chest osteochondrosis in men can similarly solve potential and urination problems caused by innervation disorders.

The causes of illness

Chest osteochondrosis is a relatively rare disease of the spine.The number of patients with osteochondrosis is about 15%. The fact is that the thoracic vertebrae to which the ribs are associated with are not physiologically moving - on the contrary, stability must be provided to the chest organs.Therefore, intervertebral discs are less prone to wear, injuries and cracks, spinal shifts and hernia are rare.But osteochondrosis of the chest region is also "difficult to access" treatment.Therefore, it is important to pre -exclude or compensate for the following causes of the disease:

• Excessive physical activity, including.household, professional and sport;
• poor posture and other deformations of the muscle system;
• underdeveloped muscle lining and poor physical shape;
• overweight;
• prolonged sedentary work without warming (such as driving or in front of a computer);
• back injuries (not only chest but also other parts);
• stomach -intestinal disease;
• bad habits;
• infections;
• hypothermia;
• hormonal disorders;
• chronic stress;
• Lack of excessive salt intake and lack of drinking water The causes of long-term disorders in the water-salt balance of the body;
• Incorrect shoe selection, bags and other heavy objects.

Other, unfortunately, cannot be completely eliminated - causes of chest osteochondrosis: circulatory disorders (atherosclerosis or diabetes), metabolic syndrome, autoimmune diseases and genetic predisposition. In women, the treatment of chest osteochondrosis may be required during multiple pregnancy.

It is important to prevent the disease - even if there are no indicative symptoms and feelings to treat chest osteochondrosis.Only one doctor can assess the proper posture of a teenager.After all, for example, kyphosis often occurs smoothly and is imperceptible to non -professionals.And especially in advanced cases, the first signs of degenerative processes of spinal joints may appear until the age of 15. 

Fortunately, you can start shaping posture and treating chest osteochondrosis at the age of 40!

The consequences of chest osteochondrosis

Due to the compression of blood vessels and nerve roots, the innervation of the muscles and internal organs is interrupted and the functionality of the spinal cord deteriorates.In the absence of treating chest osteochondrosis, this condition has serious consequences:

• pathologies in the intestine, gallbladder discinesia;
• increased heart attack and risk of ischemia and angina;
• the hernia and protrusion of the spinal cord;
• errors of liver, kidneys and pancreas;
• The tendency of pneumonia and other pulmonary pathologies, which is associated with hypoventilation.

Treatment of osteochondrosis of the chest spine

Treatment of osteochondrosis of the chest region in sections 1 and 2 of the disease involves conservative therapy aimed at alleviating inflammation, stopping pain, nerve conduction and restoration of blood supply.In addition, medicines and techniques are used to relieve the condition to relieve cramps, including.Confirm the back muscles.

Treatment of osteochondrosis of the chest region with medicines lasts 1-3 months at the acute stage of the disease;In the future, there is a need to follow the simple rules of life to maintain remission.If there is no signal for hospital care, maintenance therapy will be carried out on an outpatient basis and does not require high costs.

In the case of advanced osteochondrosis, spinal cord, and other potentially dangerous conditions, surgery is prescribed for spinal decompression and stabilization (microdiscectomy, foraminotomy, laminctomy).Postoperative treatment of chest osteochondrosis in the hospital lasts 3-7 days, and complete healing can take up to 14 days.

Physiotherapy for chest osteochondrosis

We use the following to treat chest spine osteochondrosis:

• Magnetic laser therapy. It helps to relieve pain, swelling and inflammation, and increases humoral immunity.The course consists of 14 seats a day, 10-15 minutes.The intervals between courses must last for at least 1 month and the number of courses per year shall not exceed 4.
• Amplipulse (SMT), including.with a local anesthetic.It has a strong analgesic effect.Stimulates muscles and prevents muscle atrophy.It helps to relieve swelling and inflammation, expands blood vessels and improves tissue nutrition.The course requires 8-15 procedures for 10-20 minutes.
• Ultrasound therapy (optional - with glucocorticosteroid).It ensures micromassage of periarticular tissues, improves cartilage nutrition, prevents inflammation and joint destruction, dilates blood vessels and accelerates regeneration.It has an analgesic and inhibition effect.The course contains 10-12 procedures, each with a 10-15 minute procedure.
• Mineral baths, sludge therapy, ozokerite and paraffin baths and other balneological techniques. They provide long -term expansion of blood vessels, have antioxidant and anti -inflammatory effects, relieve swelling and facilitate the movement of the joint.The duration of the seat, the length of the course and the impact depends on the composition of the bath or therapeutic mixture.
• Hydromasage. It improves tissue nutrition and nerve leading and promotes the relaxation of the spasating muscles.It accelerates regeneration and shortens the recovery period after the aggravation of chest osteochondrosis.Course-10-25 sessions.The duration of the session increases gradually from 15 to 30 minutes.
• Thermotherapy. It has a relaxing, analgesic and anti -inflammatory effect, improves lymphatic and blood circulation.The course and the duration of the procedure depend on the technique.
• Acupuncture.It stimulates regeneration and improves the innervation of the tissues around the spine, the function of the chest organs, normalizes blood circulation and reduces pain due to the release of endorphins.The course consists of 15 sessions that are held daily or every other day. 
• Towing methods. It is not used to eliminate hernia and protrusions, numbness of limbs and clamps.They help the distance between the vertebrae, improve posture, promote decompression of nerve roots, relax and strengthen the back muscles.This reduces the intensity of inflammation and pain.The standard course is 10-12 sessions, a repeated completion may be required.
• Hand therapy. It improves blood circulation in the spinal cord and promotes fighting fainting.It restores the anatomically correct position of the spine and promotes the treatment of hernia and protrusions.Eliminates cramps and tightening in the chest region.The course is at least 10-15 sessions, a few minutes to one hour.

In addition to the physical therapy for chest osteochondrosis and medication, patients should work with a psychologist.This helps to get rid of the anxiety accompanying the musculoskeletal disorders.It also motivates you to maintain a healthy posture.
During physical activity, patients are recommended to wear orthopedic corsets (but not constantly to not weaken the back muscles).

Massage to chest osteochondrosis

Clinical massage is recommended for the osteocondrosis of the chest spine - classic therapeutic (with drugs for the treatment of chest osteochondrosis or essential oils), vacuum, lymphatic drainage, water or acupressure.The doctor or device has an indirect effect on the chest region on the shoulders and back, stimulates blood microcirculation, eliminates pain and swelling, restores normal range of motion and normalizes muscle grass.Massage also improves the effect of treating chest osteochondrosis with drugs.
Treatment of chest osteochondrosis in male drivers and operators includes massage devices - pillows and seat coverings, supporters, hand massagers.

Gymnastics to treat chest osteochondrosis

The first lasting impact of exercise therapy occurs during the first 2 weeks of classes, but after 4-7 sessions, temporary relief is possible.Gradually increase the load during the treatment of osteochondrosis of the chest region, alternating with REST.Performing pain and severe fatigue exercises are not allowed, as well as sudden movements that can damage the joint and adjacent tissues.It is very important to perform at least 5 repetitions daily or better, 3-5 times a day, 3-5 times a day.

1. Stand straight, legs, arms along your body.Raise your arm while exhaling and bend it as you breathe.Lower your arm and bend forward when you exhale, lower your head and shoulder.
2. Sit on a chair.As you breathe, put your straight arms behind your head and bend well while exhaling, without lifting your shovel from the back of the chair.
3. Standing at the four four, sprinkle your back and freeze for 3 seconds, looking straight forward.
4. Lying on your stomach, place your hands on the floor and bend back and lift your chest from the floor.
5. Lying on your stomach, reach out your arms on your body.Bend your chest, make a "boat": at the same time lift your leg and head up.

In addition to the treatment of chest osteochondrosis, patients receive northern walk, yoga, cycling and water sports (swimming, diving, Aqua aerobics).Don't forget to relieve your spine during the day: do not sit in a position for more than 2 hours and try on a flat surface for 40 minutes during the lunch break.Stretching, stand up, bend as soon as your back starts the erection.

Symptom alleviation and treatment of osteochondrosis of the chest region requires maintaining the good position of the body when doing household tasks - try to spend as little time as possible, if possible, sit down straight if you need long -term housework.

Medication for the chest osteochondrosis

Treatment of chest osteochondrosis with drugs is complex and multi-vector.Patients are prescribed:

1. Non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS)- It is used in oral oral, about 10-12 day courses, externally (gels, ointments, creams - without restrictions) or injections.Please note that most NSAIDs can damage the gastric linen when treated with oral oral.Therefore, we recommend that you take them with the proton pump inhibitors.If you have gastritis, ulcers, colitis or other gastrointestinal problems, it is better to choose the injections.

2. Glucocorticoids- Steroid (hormonal) drugs are prescribed in cases where conventional anti -inflammatory drugs are ineffective - for example, in later stages of osteochondrosis, to relieve severe aggravation or pain.For this purpose, GCs can be entered in the form of an injection blockade together with painkillers.

   The glucocorticoid is selected and administered only by the attending physician.In this group, drugs, if they are uncontrolled, have severe side effects - they can cause hormonal imbalance, weight gain and skin problems.

3. Condroprotective medicines to treat chest osteochondrosis- Powers and hyaluronic acid preparations promote the regeneration of cartilage tissue.The body is shipped with "building materials" to collagen and synovial fluid, allowing it to extend drug -free remission.These should be taken per year for 3-6 months.This helps to reduce inflammation, prevent further deterioration in intervertebral discs and improves rear elasticity.

4. Muscular- Muscle tension and cramps significantly reduce the patient's quality of life and cause discomfort even during relaxation.But the most important thing is to worsen nutrient access to intervertebral joints, which provokes further destruction and weakening of cartilage tissue.In addition, prolonged tension leads to the destruction (atrophy) of the muscle tissue and the increased burden on the joint.Muscle loosers are used to prevent this.

5. Vitamins and antioxidants- These drugs are the protectors of the joints and "bread makers".They prevent cartilage and bone tissue from destruction due to aggressive oxidative effects and prevent new erosion on the surface of the cartilage.Vitamins (such as vitamins B) are effective in fighting inflammation.They also need to maintain the strength and elasticity of cartilage tissue - prevent cracks and chips from developing and improving shock recovery properties.

6. Diuretics- These injectable drugs are used to treat the swelling of nerve roots.They help avoid damage to the spine and long -term rehabilitation with the neurologist.Untreated left, swelling of the nerve roots can cause severe pain, muscle weakness and organ dysfunction.

7. Neuroprotectors and anticholin esters- Such drugs improve nerve tissue metabolism and stimulate the conduct of nerve impulses.They help to normalize the transmission of nerve impulses through the spinal cord and the innervation of the internal organs, ie control over the body.

8. Angioprotectors and blood mikrocirculation concealers- Angioprotective agents protect blood vessels, promote their expansion and normal permeability of the vascular walls.Because the chest region osteochondrosis significantly affects the cardiovascular system, it is worth taking these drugs to overcome dizziness, numbness of the limbs and other typical problems.

The administrator should be determined by the attending physician for the administration of specific drugs and the dosage for the treatment of osteochondrosis of the chest.

Diet for the chest region osteochondrosis

The first symptoms and treatment of chest osteochondrosis, which is high in collagen, is recommended, vitamins A, B and C, which promote intervertebral cartilage regeneration and strengthening of leagues.We also recommend that you "accelerate" your metabolism with easy -to -digest foods (small portions every 3 hours). 

The diet includes the protein breakfast (eggs, dairy products) and dinner (cooked, steamed, baked in foil fish, poultry, seafood).During the day, legs, whole grains, vegetables, fruits and berries should be eaten.

It is worth reducing the consumption of starch, salt, flour products, processed foods and carbonated drinks.Drinking Order - 2 liters of clean water daily.