Deforming spondylosis of the thoracic spine - the best methods of treatment!

The deforming spondylosis of the thoracic spine is classified as a chronic pathological process in which intervertebral discs of the relevant part of the spine are involved.

Additionally, in the presence of the disease under consideration, degenerative-dystrophic processes of fibrous tissues are diagnosed. In particular, the elderly are at risk of developing this disease.

After reading the information below, you will learn about the nature of the deforming spondylosis, its causes, flow characteristics and treatment options.

General information about the disease

According to the averaged statistics,deforming spondylosis in the thoracic part of the spinal column develops approximately at the same frequency as in other areasx.

Along with this, thoracic spondylosis is diagnosed much less often compared to other varieties of the disease. The reason, above all, in the features of the structure of the thoracic department. First, it is not so mobile, if compared with the rest of the spine. Secondly, the blood vessels and nerves located in the space between the vertebrae are under rather serious and reliable protection.

This leads to the main insidiousness of the disease under study - it can progress for years to severe stages without giving the "owner" any information about his presence.

Between this, deforming spondylosis developing within the thoracic spine can lead to a variety of adverse effects. First of all, this is a reduction in the size of the spinal canal.

. Also, the situation is often overshadowed by intervertebral hernias with all the consequences. For thoracic spondylosis, as for other forms of this pathological process, a pronounced decrease in such an index as the height of the intervertebral disc is characteristic. Reduction of this provokes squeezing of blood vessels and nerve roots, because of which the hernia develops as a result.

Causes of the onset of the disease

Breastfeeding spondylosis in most cases is diagnosed in elderly people and develops against the background of appropriate changes in the body.

Along with this, a number of cases of pathology in young patients are known, which during growth did not follow their posture. Constant serious violations of posture in such conditions with a high probability will lead to the appearance of complications, if not in the form of deforming spondylosis, then as a number of other diseases.

is very important. In addition, thoracic spondylosis can act as a complication of other pathological processes, for example, osteochondrosis.

For greater convenience of perception and a better understanding of the disease, a list of factors contributing to the development of the studied degenerative-dystrophic pathological process is given.

1. Blood supply disorders.
2. Natural processes that accompany the aging of the body.
3. Various violations of internal metabolic processes.
4. Frequent physical overload.
   

   Frequent physical activity

5. Different kinds of trauma.
   

   Traumas of the thoracic part

6. Hereditary predisposition.

As noted, the natural processes accompanying aging are the main provoking factor in the studied disease. Every year the wear of the anatomical structures becomes more pronounced. The latter lose their normal functional qualities. In parallel with this, the fibrous tissue grows in the aging body, the muscle strength decreases, because of what they become less resistant to stress and damage, etc. The average age of diagnosis of deforming spondylosis is 50 years.

Also a significant provoking factor is a genetic predisposition. So, with the congenital small strength of the ligamentous-articular apparatus, the muscles and ligaments will often be exposed to micro- and more serious injuries in the process of vital activity, which as a result can lead to the emergence of various pathologies, including spondylosis.

Characteristic symptoms and signs of

Symptoms of deforming spondylosis progressing in the thoracic part of the spine appear mainly early in the late stages of the disease, accompanied by osteophytes and hernias. The first are formed over several years, without giving the patient any particular anxiety. In most cases, a person begins to complain when the growths increase to such an extent that the inflammation developing against their background affects the joints.

In later stages, the main symptom of deforming spondylosis is very severe pain localized behind the sternum, along the chest. In a complex with painful sensations, there is a restriction of normal functionality and mobility of hands. As the pathology progresses, skin sensitivity disorders occur. Immobility of varying severity can develop.

Painful sensations should in no case be ignored. Yes, and in the presence of spondylosis, this is unlikely to be achieved - even inessential movements will provoke a tangible increase in pain. It is important to understand that the sooner a problem is detected, the quicker, simpler and more complex will be the treatment.

The procedure for diagnosing

The diagnosis is the task of a qualified specialist. To assess the patient's condition, an X-ray examination is performed. Also, the results of magnetic resonance imaging will not be superfluous.

Having confirmed the presence of the disease and having drawn up the most complete and reliable clinical picture, the specialist prescribes treatment effective for a particular case.

Treatment methods

The therapeutic treatment program is prepared on an individual basis, taking into account the peculiarities of the individual patient's condition, the course of his illness and the factors that provoked the occurrence of it. Regardless of the above circumstances, the main goal of treatment is, first, the elimination of manifestations of spondylosis, and secondly, the relief of a person's condition.

We must immediately prepare ourselves for the fact that the fight against this pathology will be long and difficult. First, the situation is complicated by the presence of osteophytes. Secondly, there are no drugs that can completely stop the pathological process on vertebrae and eliminate its manifestations.

. In other respects, you can find out information about the current treatment methods in the table.

Table. Treatment options for deforming spondylosis

Treatment methods	Description
Medical treatment	The specialist will prescribe chondroprotectors, analgesic and anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants. Taking medication will help to get rid of inflammatory foci, reduce the severity of pain, slow the degradation processes.
Manual and massage therapies	Manual therapy methods improve the mobility of intervertebral discs and help fight pain. The main difficulty - to find a truly competent manual therapist, tk.with an incorrect effect on the spine can only rely on complications, but not on recovery.
Physiotherapeutic procedures	Improve the circulation of blood through the body, resulting in a general improvement in the patient's condition.
Acupuncture	An alternative method, which results( again, if you find a competent performer) improves blood flow to the back and eliminates the characteristic for the presence of such manifestations.
Therapeutic gymnastics	One of the key components of therapy aimed at fighting with breast spondylosis. Special exercises allow you to strengthen the muscles, slowing or completely eliminating the risk of progression of the pathological process and, on the whole, increasing the resistance of the human body.

Useful home exercises

The specific program will be selected by the treating specialist. We will only talk about the most popular exercises, which in most cases are assigned to each patient with spondylosis. Before starting the training, be sure to consult a doctor about this.

1. Take up standing position. Keep your feet on the width of the shoulder girdle. Lean and turn to each side for 4-5 times per approach.
   

   Tilting from standing position

2. Get on your knees. Bend your back( act slowly and extremely carefully) with an arch. Next, you need to tilt your head slightly forward, then bend your back in the opposite direction.
   

   This exercise is called "cat"

3. Lie on your back( better - on the floor) and bend your knees. Alternately, pull your knees to the tip of your nose. Do 7-8 reps per approach.
   

   Knees to the nose

Thus, the deforming spondylosis though it is an irreversible pathological process, it is impossible to completely get rid of it in the conditions of modern medicine development, but it is possible to slow down its course and maintain the quality of life at the proper level. Keep track of your condition, respond promptly to alarming changes in your state of health, adhere to medical recommendations and be healthy!

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