Treatment of osteochondrosis with massage - methods for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine

Osteochondrosis is a pathology of a chronic nature, in which discs between vertebrae and cartilage are affected. Mostly the disease develops after 40 years.

Symptoms of the disease are evident from the age of 20.One of the main causes of pain in the back is osteochondrosis. In the course of the disease, the blood supply and metabolism in the spine are disturbed.

At the initial stage, the intervertebral discs lose their elasticity, strength and are depleted. The fibrous ring ceases to withstand the load on the spine and eventually begins to crack and protrude.

This results in a hernia. Osteochondrosis leads to loss of mobility and curvature of the spine.

The main thing - the causes and symptoms of osteochondrosis

The spine is designed for active life. He needs a moderate load. The main reasons for the development of osteochondrosis are:

• congenital defects and injuries of the spine;
• hereditary predisposition;
• overweight;
• age changes;
• infectious diseases;
• heavy physical labor;
• constant loads in training with sports;
• chemical compounds and their effects on the body;
• costs of the profession associated with constant vibration;
• curvature of the spine;
• flat feet;
• unbalanced power;
• smoking and alcohol abuse;
• supercooling;
• effects of stress.

Symptoms of the disease depend on the spine department, in which osteochondrosis develops. General symptoms characteristic of the disease:

• acute or persistent pain in the affected vertebral column;
• increased pain during movement and physical exertion;
• dizziness;
• headache;
• spots and flies in front of the eyes, characteristic of cervical osteochondrosis;
• ringing in the ears;
• hearing loss;
• in rare cases, numbness of tongue and voice change;
• pain when inhaled and exhaled.

Massage with osteochondrosis

Massage with osteochondrosis is the main method of treatment. After several sessions, pain is reduced and the general condition of the spine improves. To achieve the greatest effect, it is recommended to hold about 10 massage sessions. It is important that during the procedure there are no severe pains.

General use of back massage for osteochondrosis:

• relieving pain and muscle spasm;
• improved blood supply;
• decreased edema;
• muscle strengthening;
• normalization of blood supply in all parts of the spine.

Benefits of massage for cervical osteochondrosis:

• elimination of muscle spasm and restoration of normal tone;
• normalization from the affected area of ​​lymph drainage;
• improved blood supply and nutrition in the intervertebral discs.

Massage with osteochondrosis of the thoracic spine has the following benefits:

• muscle relaxation and spasm elimination;
• relieve the pain that occurs when inhaling and exhaling;
• restoration of blood supply in the affected area;
• improved conduction of nerve impulses;
• increase in metabolic processes;
• return flexibility to the spine.

Massage for osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine will be useful in connection with:

• strengthening of the muscular corset;
• removal of pain;
• increased resistance to physical stress;
• improvement in general condition and mood;
• restoration of blood circulation and nutrition in intervertebral discs.

Traditional massage

Traditional massage is performed most often with osteochondrosis of the cervical and less often of the thoracic and lumbar spine. The session is conducted to the patient in a sitting position. If this position is not convenient for a person, then it is recommended to lay it on the stomach. Traditional massage is performed in several stages:

1. Stroking .At this stage, you need to warm up your skin and muscles. First stroking is carried out with the entire palm, then only with the rib.
2. Squeezing the .The masseur does not apply fast movements, he gradually moves to the head and produces strong and slow compressions of the skin. The ribs of the palms are set across the neck. From the back of the movement move to the collar zone and neck. In this area they are bred on both sides.
3. Rubbing .At this stage, the muscles are trained for deeper effects. The movements are performed by the fingers folded together from the nape, along the spinal column and on the side of it. The palm rests rub against the collar zone.
4. Mashing .This is the most difficult stage of massage and requires high professionalism and long-term impact. Brushes must be folded in the form of forceps, which can take in the grip of the muscle. Too much to squeeze and bend the skin is forbidden.
5. Vibration is the final effect of massage. The technique is carried out with the palms and hands of the hands at a fast pace.

Video technique for performing massage with osteochondrosis of the cervical, lumbar and thoracic spine:

Point technology

This technique is considered the final stage of classical massage. In the process of performing, certain points are affected by circular movements of the fingers. One point should be given about 2 minutes. Over time, the force of impact must be increased. Acupressure is performed after elimination of pain syndrome.

Bio massage

The massage is performed with the help of medical cans. It is considered particularly effective, because it acts deeply on the tissues.

Banks can be made of the following materials:

• ceramics;
• glass;
• bamboo;
• plastic.

There are following nuances of performing canning massage for osteochondrosis:

• to reduce painful sensations, use oil or a greasy cream for massage;
• before the start of the session, the back skin needs to be warmed up;
• should be lowered on the back of the jar, wait until a little skin is drawn in and start the session;
• at the initial stage of the massage the patient can feel pain and discomfort;
• plastic cans do not need arson, it is enough to squeeze and attach to the skin and release and after that you can start a massage.

Honey back massage

This massage is not considered medical and is used at home in the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis or in private massage rooms as an additional therapy. This kind of massage is easy enough to apply. Technique of the session:

• for the beginning it is necessary to grease the neck and the collar zone with honey;
• first stroking the skin to warm it up;
• then need to switch to pat;
• honey thickens and with the skin will begin to stick to the hands;
• should further increase the frequency of movement and massage the skin for 10 minutes;
• after the procedure you need to take a shower and apply a moisturizer to your skin.

Vacuum massage

Carried out using a special can made of plastic. It is performed manually or with the help of the machine. The can is placed on a well-oiled cream or oil skin.

This kind of massage helps to restore metabolism in the intervertebral discs, improve muscle tone.

Self-massage technique

Massage with hands gives good results in the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis of the spine. The patient himself can feel the painful area and chooses the strength and uniformity of the movements.

Also at home you can spend a massage in a comfortable and cozy atmosphere and at a convenient time for a person. It is important to know the correct procedure for doing a massage yourself:

• should begin with gentle movements to stroke the skin in the neck and shoulders for several minutes;
• further perform the technique with the finger pads or the edge of the palm;
• should be followed by rubbing with fingers and slightly pulling the skin in the side;
• kneading with the grip of muscles, the movements produce intense, but without the sensation of pain;
• ends with a massage stroking the skin with slow movements.

Each of the above items should be given up to 30 seconds of time. But experts advise when diagnosing osteochondrosis, seek help with a massage to a specialist.

Massage for osteochondrosis of the collar zone

The cervical region is the most serious and vulnerable place in the human body. There are many blood vessels and nerve endings. Protrusions in the neck lead to the formation of a hernia, which is considered a serious pathology. The main signs of cervical osteochondrosis are:

• pain in the neck, neck, between the shoulder blades;
• limitation of mobility;
• dizziness;
• migraine;
• numbness of the upper limbs.

Indications and goals for neck massage for osteochondrosis:

• pain relief;
• prophylaxis of progression and relapse of the disease;
• combining medical gymnastics and massage;
• improvement in blood supply in the cervical region;
• removal of spasm of neck and back muscles;
• strengthening of the muscular corset.

The method of massage depends on the degree and severity of the disease. The signs and manifestations of each patient vary in different ways, so the massage technique is selected individually for each patient.

Only a true professional who knows all the methods and rules of performance, can hold massage sessions. The massage technique is based on the following algorithm of actions:

• stroking;
• rubbing;
• kneading;
• vibration;
• squeezing.

During the passage of the massage, it is necessary to take into account all the chronic processes in the body that accompany the patient. If a part of the neck hurts, then it is necessary to start massaging on a healthy side.

Massage can not always be done

In most cases, massage is considered a useful procedure, but sometimes it can be contraindicated in the following cases:

• active stage of tuberculosis;
• of blood disease;
• thrombosis;
• malignant and benign neoplasm;
• aneurysms;
• osteomyelitis;
• multiple presence of warts and moles on the body;
• vascular asterisks in the back area.

There are also temporary contraindications to the massage:

• catarrhal and infectious diseases;
• high temperature;
• exacerbation of chronic processes.

To sum up the

For osteochondrosis, massage is one of the most effective methods of treatment. It will help to eliminate not only the pain syndrome, but also some symptoms, characteristic for this disease. If the session is performed correctly and correctly, the patient has the following curative effect:

• increases muscle tone;
• is removed muscle spasm;
• excretes lactic acid, which accumulates in tissues and muscles;
• improvement of blood circulation in the damaged area;
• relief from pain;
• restores mobility of the spinal column.

Also in conjunction with a massage for osteochondrosis, medications, therapeutic exercises and physiotherapy procedures are prescribed. To appoint a course of massage can only a specialist after diagnosis and additional examination.

Before starting treatment, it is necessary to exclude contraindications to the passage of the massage. The session should take place in a comfortable and tranquil environment, where the patient can relax and get the desired effect.