Osteochondrosis is a degenerative-dystrophic disease of the spine that damages the intervertebral discs, nerve roots and soft tissues of the spine.
The clinical picture of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine is characterized by various symptoms.This disease always becomes chronic.With osteochondrosis, cracks appear in the discs, pathological mobility (instability) of the vertebrae and hernias of the intervertebral discs are formed.In this case, not only the nerve roots most often suffer from compression, but also the spinal arteries, which pass directly into the transverse processes of the cervical vertebrae.
Symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis
The most common complaint in osteochondrosis of the cervical vertebrae is headache.Headache caused by pathological changes in the cervical vertebrae may be accompanied by dizziness and pain in the cervical and collar region.
Causes of development of cervical osteochondrosis
The causes of changes in the cervical spine are different: prolonged stay in one position in front of the computer, static loads, sleeping in an uncomfortable position, hypothermia, injuries.As a result of such physical exertion, the outflow of blood through the vessels of the cervical vertebrae is disturbed.A tension headache occurs.The headache may occur sporadically or be chronic and worsen with physical activity, coughing, bending or tilting the head.Usually, the headache develops slowly, has moderate or moderate intensity and is characterized by persistence and monotony.Sometimes it has a migraine character, in severe cases it can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, after which temporary relief occurs.
Tension headache, as a rule, has a unilateral localization with irradiation in the temporal and eye area;there may be heaviness in the eyelids, pain in the eyes and reduced vision.In more severe cases, dizziness occurs, including loss of consciousness.The most severe form of tension headache is transient ischemic attacks, until the development of ischemic stroke.
Any headache requires observation and careful examination to rule out more serious pathology of the brain.In case of headache, immediately consult a neurologist.The clinic's specialists have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of headaches of any origin.Timely correct diagnosis and the prescription of adequate treatment will protect you from many problems and complications.
Where to start the treatment of osteochondrosis?
If you suspect that you or your loved ones have cervical osteochondrosis, we recommend that you start with a consultation with a neurologist and an examination of the vessels of the cervical vertebrae.
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