Gymnastics Dikul: exercises with hernia, osteochondrosis and other diseases of the back

To date, all kinds of diseases of the musculoskeletal system are very common and daily cause great discomfort to a large number of people. As a rule, all these diseases are associated with impaired functioning of the vertebral department, which is manifested due to sedentary lifestyle, incorrect posture, exacerbation of chronic diseases, and a number of other causes.

In order to normalize the patient's condition and prevent the disease from progressing, the famous physiotherapy joint exercises, as well as exercises for all parts of the spine, were developed by the well-known physician Valentin Dikul.

Who is Dikul - the history of becoming

Dikulfamous Russian doctor, who for many years of his life has made a great contribution to the development of national and world medicine, and today he is the head of the Russian medical and rehabilitation center of the musculoskeletal system diseases.

At the age of 15 Dikul was severely injured and he was diagnosed with a compression fracture, after which he could forever remain tied to the bed, but the young man began to train, lift heavy objects, push up and stretch muscles.

This is how the future scientist was able to heal and to date his technique is the most common in the treatment of the musculoskeletal system.

Features and rules

Dikul exercises for the back are recognized today as the most effective treatment complex, which almost 100% of cases helps to rehabilitate the affected segment of the spine, and restore the patient's ability to move.

A holistic system of therapeutic exercises is aimed at removing the pain syndrome and improving the entire body.

Training, created by a doctor on personal experience, has repeatedly proved its effectiveness in practice by the followers of Dikul.

Before applying the gymnastics, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with some rules:

• observance of the order of the exercises;
• should perform the number of approaches specified in the program;
• can not overload the body, it is prepared for training gradually;
• must be regularly practiced, every other day;
• adherence to the full amplitude of execution is mandatory, every exercise is necessary to work the right muscles;
• complex is developed on the basis of smooth, slow movements;
• sharp actions and jerks are prohibited.

Indications for the use of the

technique Dicul exercises are prescribed in the following situations:

• from osteochondrosis;
• impaired functioning of the vertebral column;
• compression fracture of the spine;
• intervertebral hernia;
• cerebral palsy( similar pathology in more adult patients is not treated with this method);
• disruption of the functioning of large vessels and joints.

Basic principles and basics of

Back exercises for Dikul are based on the following basic rules:

1. One physical exercise for developing muscle is not enough .In order to achieve the desired result, the patient needs emotional willingness to work long and hard on himself, persistence and confidence in the success of treatment. Therefore, in the first place, the attending physician should instill in the patient self-control and confidence in his actions.
2. It should also be remembered that the treatment exercises are only a push of the in order to allow the muscles to start to develop again, and it is because of this that physical exercises should be carried out exclusively on an ongoing basis and with every activity the patient needs to give full play to theirforces.
3. Also all exercises performed should be performed in accordance with the prescriptions of the attending physician , and their implementation should be systematic and orderly. Exercises are performed smoothly, gently and rhythmically, in order not to damage the muscles again( sharp movements during treatment by this method are excluded).
4. Well, the last rule - is always to listen to your body in order to get the maximum effect from the treatment. That is, if the patient feels that he can not physically perform a set of prescribed exercises, you need to consult a doctor, as he, knowing about the patient's problem, can develop a lighter set of exercises.

This technique is unique, as it includes several complex exercises, on the basis of which sets of exercises have been developed to strengthen each department of the spine.

Distinction of gymnastics Dikul from other similar techniques consists in:

• the individual approach at patient treatment;
• in a comprehensive approach to therapy, which affects the underlying problem, and not just removes symptoms;
• this technique can be used both in the treatment of adults and in the rehabilitation of children's health;
• with the use of developed exercises is a complete recovery of the body.

Basics of conducting classes

Conducting therapeutic activities of Dikul is based on the following basic rules:

• systematically conducted sessions on spine recovery;
• full compliance with and implementation of these exercises and the number of necessary approaches;
• should be remembered that from the first days to give full load to the body is strictly prohibited, as this can lead to aggravation of the situation, it is best to increase the load gradually, each time increasing the number of exercises;
• training should be conducted regularly;
• in order for muscles to recover as quickly as possible, it is necessary to observe the adjusted amplitude of movements during physical training.

Lumbar complex

A set of exercises for a healthy spine to prevent the development of low back pain:

• lying on the back, hands should be divorced in different directions;
• the left thigh must be gradually turned to the right with this trunk should remain on the floor, not above it;
• in this position it is necessary to fix for a few seconds, and then, will return to the starting position;
• exercise is repeated, but on another thigh.

These exercises should be performed on 10-15 approaches, gradually increasing them.

Exercises of Dikul from osteochondrosis

Exercise gymnastics for osteochondrosis:

• lying on the back, legs spread, arms crossed on the chest.
• needs to take a deep breath, and the exhaling body should be smoothly turned to the right, tearing off the left side of the body from the floor.
• in this position should be frozen for 2-3 seconds and return to the original.
• exercise is repeated again, but on the other side.

The number of approaches is similar to the first exercise.

Curative gymnastics

Dikul complex for the lateral muscles of the neck:

• the patient needs to stay in the same position as in the previous exercise, connect the legs and pull them forward, and hands should be placed along the body;
• further, without tearing off the trunk from the floor, you need to slide your feet to the right side, and then to the left for several minutes.

The number of approaches is similar to the previous exercise.

Joint exercises for the chest area

Joint exercises for the dikul for the chest:

• remaining in the same position it is necessary to take the position of the star( arms and legs are spread across the width of the shoulders and it is not necessary to tear off the extremities);
• sliding on the floor you need to move the trunk( not tearing off the limbs, as well as the neck and head) to the right side;
• in this position, you need to stay a few seconds to a minute( with each training, stay in a similar position should be increased);The
• is then followed in the opposite direction.

Number of approaches 10 times without increasing their number.

Valentin Dikul and his exercises for the spine: video acquaintance with the author of the technique and the rules of doing gymnastics for the back:

Dikul exercises for back pain

Complex for the entire back surface for the purpose of preventing pain:

• change the position to the opposite( we lie down completely on the stomach), placing his hands in front of him, and touching the floor with his chin;
• torso must be torn from the floor to the maximum possible distance;
• in this position for a start you need to stay a few seconds, and then with each workout this time the patient needs to try to extend to a minute;
• smoothly return to the starting position.

The number of approaches is 10, and it does not change, since the main purpose of this complex is to extend the time spent in the given position.

Anti-trimming complex

Complex for simultaneous training of straight and oblique abdominal muscles, as well as backs for the purpose of prevention and treatment of the initial stage of a hernia:

• laying on the left side, arms stretching in front of you turning the palms to the floor;
• now, the right hand should be lifted up( palm still rotated closer to the floor);
• the right hand should be as close as possible to the right foot;
• in this position should be 10-15 seconds;
• further all the same is done for the left side.

The number of repetitions depends on the capabilities of the patient. It is best to do 10 times for the first lesson, gradually increasing the load.

Special advices and recommendations

Before starting physical exercises, it is necessary to consult a doctor so that he or she can prescribe the most appropriate set of exercises.

As mentioned earlier, do not make sudden movements, as they can only aggravate the current situation.

With each workout, the load needs to be gradually increased, since the main goal of the Dicul exercises is to maximize the training of the muscles that are responsible for the functioning of one or another back department.