Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis. Recommendations for exacerbation...

Do not be surprised if vitamins appear as a separate item on the list of drugs for the treatment of osteochondrosis. It is mandatory to take vitamins for osteochondrosis, so do not save money by ignoring this point.

Vitamins are needed to provide nutrition to the cartilage tissue of the intervertebral discs. Thus, it is possible to slow down complex degenerative changes and, to some extent, restore damaged tissue. If osteochondrosis is in remission, the doctor will prescribe pills, and in case of exacerbation, injections. It is also important to diversify the menu with products that contain vitamins A, B and C.

In the treatment of osteochondrosis, vitamins are not least important

General recommendations

Vitamins are a building material for cartilage tissue. With a lack of microelements, intervertebral discs begin to dry out and become deformed, which leads to the development of osteochondrosis.

All vitamins are divided into two large groups:

By method of absorption	Antioxidants		Group B				Group D
Fat soluble	E	A					D
Water soluble	WITH		IN 1	AT 2	AT 6	AT 12

Fat-soluble groups of vitamins are better absorbed with food. It is equally important to ensure a sufficient amount of water so that water-soluble vitamins are well absorbed.

All vitamins are divided into two groups

A course of vitamin therapy for the treatment of spinal diseases is a prerequisite. In many patients with osteochondrosis, nutritional deficiencies are the main cause of the disease. The goal of vitamin therapy is to give the body the resources to fight degenerative processes.

Preparation for the procedure

The effectiveness of acupuncture depends on the professionalism of the doctor, as well as on the proper preparation of the patient. An acupuncture session is not performed immediately after:

• training and physical activity;
• a hearty lunch;
• course of intravenous injections.

Before the procedure, you need to eat, but not overeat. The patient selects a comfortable position to achieve maximum effect. Throughout the entire course of acupuncture, it is necessary to exclude alcoholic beverages, spicy and spicy foods from the diet. It is forbidden to attend acupuncture sessions during menstruation, so as not to provoke bleeding.

Before your first session, tell your doctor what medications you are taking and what physical therapy procedures are being performed.

Vitamins for osteochondrosis and their beneficial properties

Vitamin-containing preparations strengthen the immune system and give the body the strength to get rid of osteochondrosis. Metabolism accelerates, cells are renewed faster, which allows cartilage tissue to regenerate and be destroyed less in the future.

All vitamins perform a specific function:

1. They do not allow calcium salts to be deposited and form osteophytes, slowing down the rate of degenerative changes.
2. Protect and strengthen the structure of the cartilage tissue of the intervertebral discs, preventing the appearance of hernias.
3. They have a positive effect on nerve fibers, as a result of which pain disappears.
4. Relieve inflammation and promote tissue regeneration.

Vitamins have a lot of useful properties.
Let's talk in more detail about which vitamins are needed and about the beneficial properties that they have.

Retinol

Vitamin A (retinol) - improves metabolic processes and also takes part in the formation of bone tissue. Retinol has wound-healing properties and slows down the aging process. The vitamin is responsible for renewing body tissues at the cellular level. By stimulating collagen synthesis, it strengthens intervertebral discs, making them firmer and more elastic.

B vitamins

For osteochondrosis, it is very important to take B vitamins:

• B1 (thiamine) - provides nutrition and restoration of nervous tissue;
• B2 (riboflavin) - makes cartilage more elastic;
• B6 (pyridoxine) - has a positive effect on the nervous system;
• B 12 (cyanocobalamin) - stops the inflammatory process.

A special property of B vitamins is analgesic and anti-inflammatory. These substances are necessarily present in the complex therapy of osteochondrosis.

Ascorbic acid

Vitamin C, known to you as ascorbic acid, is responsible for strengthening the immune system and regenerating connective tissue. Stimulates the active production of collagen, which is needed to strengthen cartilage.

Calciferol

Calciferol (Vitamin D), strengthens the bone tissue of the vertebrae and prevents their deformation. Accelerates the processes of connective tissue regeneration. It is prescribed not only for the treatment of osteochondrosis, but also for the prevention of osteoporosis.

Tocopherol

Vitamin E (tocopherol) rejuvenates cells and regenerates cartilage tissue, normalizes blood circulation, thereby improving the supply of nutrients to the spine. Strengthens muscle tissue, protects the body from the destructive effects of toxins.

Multivitamin preparations

In pharmacies you can find many single-component vitamin complexes and multivitamins, so without the help of a specialist it is difficult to choose the drug yourself.

Ask a neurologist what vitamins to take for osteochondrosis and select medications that are suitable specifically for your case. To determine which elements are missing in the body, you need to take a special blood test. The doctor should also clarify how long the course of vitamins should be for osteochondrosis of the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine.

Most likely, your doctor will recommend one of these medications:

• "Dekamevit" - contains all B vitamins, folic and nicotinic acid, ascorutin. It should be taken after meals. The optimal dosage is 1 tablet in the morning or 2 tablets per day.

• "Calcium D3 Nycomed" - contains calcium carbonate and cholecalciferol. Suitable for elderly patients, provides prevention of osteoporosis. Chew 2 tablets daily, 1 each with breakfast and dinner.

• "Neuromultivit" - tablets with three types of vitamin B (thiamine, pyridoxine and cyanocobalamin). It is enough to take 1 tablet per day, preferably in the morning, after meals.

• “Pentovit” is the closest analogue, it has almost the same composition, but additionally contains nicotinic and folic acids. The concentration of substances is lower, so the dosage is prescribed from 2 tablets and more than 3 times a day.

• "Centrum" is a mineral complex with retinol, tocopherol, potassium, vitamins B, D, ascorbic acid and many other minerals. Contains the most complete range of useful substances. "Centrum" should be taken according to a doctor's prescription.

Of course, it is impossible to cure osteochondrosis with vitamins alone. In addition to multivitamin complexes, it is important to take other medications - anti-inflammatory drugs, chondroprotectors and muscle relaxants.

Injections

Sometimes vitamin preparations are prescribed in the form of injections. In the intestines, vitamins are absorbed slowly, and some of them are completely lost. To increase the effectiveness of therapy, it is recommended to inject the drug.

The list of vitamins that can be injected for osteochondrosis is as follows:

• "Milgamma" is a medicinal solution containing B vitamins and lidocaine. The medicine quickly relieves inflammation and restores nerve fibers, and also relieves pain. In the acute phase of osteochondrosis, Milgamma is administered 1 ampoule per day, and in the remission stage - every other day.
• "Neurobion" - the same composition, only without lidocaine. The medicine relieves pain when nerve roots are pinched - a common consequence of osteochondrosis. The injection schedule is 1 ampoule per day for acute pain and every other day as maintenance treatment.
• “Pyridoxine” is a one-component solution containing only vitamin B6. It comes in powder form, so it must be diluted first. A single dosage is 50–100 mg per day. It can be injected into a muscle or injected into a vein.

The list of drugs can be continued; there are many options for one-component solutions and multivitamins. A neurologist will tell you which ones you can inject to get rid of osteochondrosis.

Acupuncture session

Acupuncture is an effective procedure for cervical and lumbar osteochondrosis, but how quickly the result appears depends on the stage and complexity of the pathological processes and the degree of manifestation of symptoms. First of all, the doctor conducts a diagnosis, determines the patient’s condition and the points that need to be worked on. The duration of the session and the number of needles are selected depending on the number of points. If the disease is mild, as well as in the initial stages, a procedure lasting half an hour is sufficient. When the disease is advanced, it takes at least 60 minutes for the patient to feel relief and the condition to improve. The doctor determines the duration of one course individually, but, as a rule, 10 to 15 sessions are required.

Good to know! The doctor will definitely make recommendations on proper, balanced nutrition.

Products containing vitamin composition

It is important to include in your diet those foods that contain the largest amount of vitamins necessary for osteochondrosis of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.

1. A - carrots are rich in retinol; it is also found in liver and fish, for example, cod and herring. You can find it in apricots and peaches, as well as in dairy products, especially cottage cheese and homemade butter.
2. B vitamins of this group are found in many foods. All types of meat contain 4 essential vitamins B1, B2, B6 and B12. Bone broths are good for strengthening cartilage. It is also useful to eat fish and seafood. From cereals, choose oatmeal, buckwheat, barley and semolina. They are found in milk, dairy products and cheese. Can be found in vegetables - potatoes, cabbage, homemade tomatoes, carrots, corn, herbs and legumes. Some fruits also contain B vitamins, such as bananas, apples and plums. Include nuts, seeds, grains, rye bread and eggs in your diet. Sweets lovers can rejoice - these substances are contained in cocoa.
3. C - found in large quantities in citrus fruits, as well as in almost all fruits and berries that can be found in the summer. Vegetables rich in vitamin C include red peppers, radishes, and herbs. It is also contained in rose hips. You can pick berries in the summer and cook a delicious rosehip broth in the winter.
4. D - the largest amount of this substance is found in fish oil. Vitamin D can also be obtained by eating egg yolks, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, potatoes and mushrooms. An important source of this vitamin is sunlight, so in the summer, do not neglect the opportunity to sunbathe a little.
5. E - all vegetable oils are rich in this vitamin. You can diversify your diet with salads with the addition of olive, hemp and flaxseed oil.
6. Ca - it is believed that the largest amount of calcium is contained in milk and cottage cheese, but there are other products that provide the body with this substance just as well as dairy products. Calcium is found in sesame seeds, which can be added to salads and baked goods. It is useful to eat a handful of almonds or hazelnuts, a couple of cloves of garlic, and fresh parsley every day. Although this microelement does not belong to vitamins, it is included in almost all vitamin complexes.

What products can you find vitamins in
? As you can see, the list of products does not include any rare or expensive items. They are easy to find in markets and stores. All that remains is to review your daily diet and create a menu in such a way as to maximally saturate your body with substances that are beneficial for the spine.

Side effects and contraindications

Most patients tolerate the procedure well, but in rare cases there are side effects such as:

• low blood pressure;
• dizziness;
• sensation of darkening in the eyes
• hematoma.

Discomfort or pain during the procedure most likely occurs when the points are incorrectly identified.

Acupuncture is contraindicated for:

• high blood pressure;
• the presence of a neoplasm - benign or malignant;
• infectious diseases;
• chronic disease at the acute stage;
• pregnancy;
• general exhaustion of the body.

There are certain age restrictions for acupuncture - the procedure is not performed on children under 3 years of age and elderly patients. Needles should not be inserted into scars or moles.

Diagnosis of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine

If you experience one of the symptoms listed above, it is advisable to immediately seek medical help. The sooner a problem is diagnosed, the higher the likelihood of it being completely eliminated. A neurologist is involved in the diagnosis and treatment of cervicothoracic osteochondrosis of the spine.

After the patient contacts, the neurologist will interview the patient and, based on his complaints, make a conclusion about the presence of the disease. Most often, patients complain of pain, discomfort, and problems with movement of the upper limbs. After the interview, the doctor will conduct a visual examination of the patient. Will be assessed:

• Correct posture;
• At what angle are the shoulder blades, shoulders and ilia bones located?
• The location of the line of the spinous processes along the length of the spine.

A visual examination allows you to determine what pathological processes began in the spine and how much they affected the spine and surrounding tissues.

The final diagnosis is not made solely on the basis of examination and questioning of the patient. Additional examinations are required. Most often, the patient is sent for radiography and computed tomography. If for one reason or another it is impossible to make a final diagnosis, the patient is referred for magnetic resonance imaging. Additional examinations include Doppler sonography; the procedure allows you to find out the state of the circulatory system in the cervical region.