Lumbar osteochondrosis is one of the most common diseases of mankind, they equally face this diagnosis of both men and women. This disease is damage to the cartilaginous tissue of the entire spine, intervertebral discs in the lumbosacral and sacral department, most often people after 30 years get into the risk zone, but with physical work with a large load on their backs, they may encounter such a problem and very young individuals.
We will analyze what are the causes of this disease, how is it dangerous and what treatment methods exist?.
The causes of osteochondrosis of the lumbar
- Excessive load on the spine, heavy physical work, weight lifting, including when playing sports in the hall.
- Excess weight, due to which the pressure and load on the entire column of the vertebra increase.
- A sedentary, sedentary lifestyle, as a result of which, weaken the tissues between the cartilaginous discs, and blood circulation slows down.
- The irregularity of posture, congenital or acquired due to improper position of the back during sitting, hunched over in one direction.
- Injuries, bruises, during sports, weight lifting, etc.
- Genetic predisposition.
- Age -related changes with which the mobility and elasticity of the spinal column are lost.
- Inflammation of the joints of the spine, arthritis, scoliosis with a displacement of discs.
- Hypothermia, stressful situations, unbalanced work and recreation.
Degree of osteochondrosis of the lumbar
4 of the main stages of the disease are distinguished, gradually turning from an easier degree to complicated, we will analyze each of them.
1 degree
The mild pain in the vertebra, which intensifies after physical exertion, is manifested by stupid, muffled, tingling pain in the back and in the buttocks, can bother for a short time.
2 degree
The distance between the vertebrae is reduced, the fibrous ring and all surrounding tissues begin to collapse, nerve roots are squeezed. The pain at this stage becomes more sharp and tangible, surrendered while walking to the buttocks, thigh and lower leg. With an attack, a person experiences relief when bending in the opposite direction, that is, back, the pain can cause a strong burning sensation, or the opposite of the cold in a affected place.
3 degree
Fiber rings, as a rule, are completely destroyed, as a result of which intervertebral hernias appear. The tissues of the lumbar vertebra are deformed, the pain is almost constantly, the intensity of which depends on the presence or absence of physical exertion.
4 degree
The pathological nature of the vertebrae of the lumbar region occurs, the cartilage is atrophied, which leads to problems when moving. The pain subsides for a short time, but after that it can manifest itself in a larger location and with increased intensity, as a result may be the loss of flexibility, mobility and the development of disability.
Symptoms of lumbar osteochondrosis
Pain
In 98% of cases, in this disease, pain occurs, the area of the lower back hurts directly and can be given to the buttocks, the leg through the scenery of the sciatic nerve. The pain can be moderate and increase when changing the body position, sudden movements, sharp turns, and when the body is tilted forward, a person simply will not burst back, when lifting a heavy object, it can also close in one position and bastards in the lumbar region will begin.
With such a disease, depending on the degree, pain can appear even with vibration of the body while driving in transport, sneezing, coughing, or deep breath.
Feeling of tension
The sensation of the tension occurs sharply and disappears just as quickly, this happens most often in the process of bending and extension, the reason for this manifestation is explained by the fact that, an irritated, nervous spine shifts from bone processes.
Disrupted sensitivity
As a rule, changes in sensitivity occur precisely in the area of the lesion, without touching the cross -country parts of the body. Such changes can be observed:
- Hyperesthesia (increased, increased sensitivity);
- Hypesthesia or anesthesia (reduced sensitivity);
- Paresthesia (a prolonged feeling of crawling goosebumps, or tingling as in injections).
Changes in sensitivity, usually occur in a certain, small strip in the focus of inflammation, and can last from 5 minutes to several hours.
Reduced motor activity
With various degrees, mobility is affected by muscle atrophy, which can simply weaken the movements, or lead to a complete paralysis. At the same time, motor activity will deteriorate in a specific place of location, where muscles were injured, accompanying parts of the body will not suffer.
Violations of autonomic function
It does not always arise, more often this occurs with cervical osteochondrosis. Lumbar osteochondrosis provokes a decrease in blood circulation in the lower extremities, as a result of this, the legs are always cold, and the skin as a whole becomes pale. Also, at risk, the bladder can also fall into the risk zone, with internal pressure (compression) on the fibers of the horse tail, there is a possibility of developing acute urinary incontinence, or the opposite of its delay is opposite.
Less commonly, a sensation of cold can be observed in the body, despite the fact that the temperature is reduced, excessive sweating, with a more complicated form there may be sexual dysfunction in men, and the complete absence of libido and intimate lubrication in women.
In men, all the symptoms described are more often and more intensively, due to the fact that they more severely, physical work, raise more weights and, accordingly, give a large load on their backs, so the stage of development of the disease from one stage to another, they are an order of magnitude faster.
Complications with lumbar osteochondrosis
- Inflammation of the sciatic nerve, Ishias.
- The degree and speed of the disk destruction between the vertebrae increases, the curvature of the spine becomes as pronounced as possible.
- The unstable position of the vertebra, when the disk ceases to fully fix it and the lumbar region at any load, even light, "slides" from the place, from the sacrum. As a result of this, the functioning and work of the internal organs of the genitourinary system is impaired. In men, this leads to potency, in women with serious inflammation of the uterus, ovaries and appendages.
- The appearance of hernias and inflammatory processes between different vertebral segments.
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the lumbar medicine
Competent drugs and a clear schedule for taking them will have a sufficient, proper effect, remove the inflammatory focus, stop an attack of pain and prevent remission. Medication should be prescribed exclusively by the specialist, indicating the individual method of taking the drug and dosing.
Tablets/capsules
AnalgesicsThey are able to quickly eliminate the pain for a fairly long period, but still they have a temporary effect to relieve, but without a therapeutic effect.
Anti -inflammatoryPreparations or NSAIDs are often prescribed in combination with analgesics, they enhance the effect of each other, reduce or completely eliminate the focus of inflammation, respectively, when combining two groups, a therapeutic effect will be provided, but, still temporary.
Chondroprotectors- They play a role, irreplaceable vitamin for cartilage and bone tissue, they are also prescribed for a comprehensive intake with an anesthetic group of drugs, their function to protect tissue and prevent their further destruction.
Ointments/gels for external use
The local use of gels ensures the absorption of the product into a direct focus of pain, which has an additional, longer effect, eliminate inflammation and relieve swelling.
Injections
Injections cope with the task of eliminating pain and inflammation faster than other methods listed. Injections are able to stop spasm, a feeling of pinching and tension of the lumbar muscles and fibers.
Often, to achieve a quick effect, the blockade method is used, that is, they chop a certain painful place with anesthetic drugs, the effect occurs instantly and lasts up to 9 hours.
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the lumbar department with folk remedies
Folk methods of treatment in effectiveness are not inferior to the drug if the treatment is started in a timely manner and not to start the inflammatory process. They can also be used in conjunction with traditional methods of treatment in the complex, then the chances of speedy recovery are at times increasingly increased.
Adam root
200 grams of grated adam roof on a fine grater pour half -inads of vodka in a dark container, send to insist on 5 days. Use externally, for rubbing a sore spot, then wrap this part with a warm scarf, not to wash off. Anesthetic and warming effects will be exerted.
Burdock
Hold the burdock leaves for 10 minutes above the steam, attach them to the location of the pain, wrapping them, leaving for 1-1. 5 hours. By the same method, you can use birch leaves.
Horseradish
Squeeze the juice from grated horseradish and mix 1: 1 with vodka or diluted alcohol. Rub up to three times a day, the lumbar region, one of which, be sure to wrap the blanket before bedtime.
Pine bath
A pleasant and effective way to relieve pain and tension, put the twigs of the needles in the size of 3-4 pieces in warm water and add a few drops of the same essential oil.
The duration of the bath is no more than 15 minutes, and then dress warmly. The procedure is best carried out at night, this method will help to relax and improve sleep quality.
Decoction
In 0. 5 liters of water, place the leaves of lingonberries, a saberfish, thyme, hop cones 10 grams, bring to a boil, cover with a lid, leaving for an hour. Strain, drink 50 milliliters three times after eating. The course is from one month to six months.
Ointment No1
Mix the grass of mint, violets, pine buds, burdock root, plantain sheet, chamomile equally, chop the mixture to the state of the powder. Three tablespoons, without a slide of crushed collection, pour 100 milliliters of boiling water and boil over low heat for five minutes, stirring continuously, mix with warm, melted pork fat in a volume of 75 grams, cool and store in the refrigerator, no more than two weeks after cooking.
Use two times a day, applying a thin layer to the affected area, until relieved.
No2 ointment
Combine 200 grams of melted smalt with 75 grams of bee wax, 30 grams of powder from the root of the altea, and one lidocaine ampoule, mix until smooth, store in the refrigerator for no longer than 1. 5 months. To use for intense pains in combination with injections or tablets, with mild pain, only ointments will be enough.
Prevention of lumbar osteochondrosis
- With a sedentary lifestyle, work, a special orthopedic mini pillow or roller should be placed under the lower back.
- When lifting weights, you should take a position in which the main load from the weight will fall to the feet, and not on the back, avoiding the tilts of the body forward.
- Keep the lower back warm at any time of the year, avoid hypothermia.
- Try to change your body position 2-3 times per hour, do not sit in one position for a long time, at any position, keep the posture evenly.
- Do special therapeutic exercises and gymnastics for the lumbar region and back in general, add to this from the Malka of your children.
- It is necessary to sleep on a solid, even mattress, an ideal option is considered orthopedic, hard.
- Do not start and do not let other problems with the back, feeling discomfort or pain, do not be lazy to contact the clinic.
Such a disease as osteochondrosis is difficult to treat at any stage, a healthy spine gives us the opportunity to move and live fully, so it is very important not to launch and ignore, even the most insignificant, the first signals about pain and unpleasant sensations, in order to avoid all kinds of consequences and complications.