Osteochondrosis is the main disease of the generation. The main catalyst that drives the development of the disease is a sedentary lifestyle. Since the late 90s of last century, more and more people are facing osteochondrosis due to changes in work, lifestyle. Osteochondrosis is a movement of the vertebral discs, followed by a degenerative, negative change. Osteochondrosis manifests itself in different, unexpected places. Osteochondrosis of the thoracic region is considered an unpleasant, complex type of disorder. Pain, weight, inability to move normally accompany the disease. Do not despair - there is an effective treatment for osteochondrosis of the chest!
Thoracic osteochondrosis is different from other types. Degenerative disease of the thoracic disc - movement of the vertebral discs. Chest pain with osteochondrosis does not bother many, the load on the thoracic part is not great.
The thoracic spine is inactive, more severely injured, less frequently. The links of the thoracic region are less elongated, more prickly, connected to the ribs by joints that strongly restrict the movement of the spine. This adds strength to the ward - it protects the internal organs better than the pelvic region.
Chest pain with osteochondrosis is often promoted by people as symptoms of other diseases. Some explain that they have pinched their nerves from sitting for a long time. Others argue that these are tense muscles that cannot be relaxed. In case of pain, you should see a doctor.
Regardless of the type of pain, feeling, see a doctor. We are talking about deteriorating health, the disease will become chronic.
Symptoms of thoracic osteochondrosis
It can be difficult to distinguish the symptoms of thoracic osteochondrosis from the symptoms of similar diseases. The doctor will find out and prescribe treatment in a short time. Symptoms as in radiculopathy - compression of the spinal cord nerves. Feeling like an intervertebral hernia after intense physical exertion.
Pain in osteochondrosis of the thoracic region is manifested in the upper part of the department - the pain passes over the area, penetrates the shoulder blades, shoulders, abdominal cavity. Loss of vertebral sensitivity is often observed with prolonged pain. Consequence - the lower vertebrae lose sensitivity, become inactive. There is a deterioration in the mobility of the thigh bones.
People with osteochondrosis of the chest feel pain in different ways. There are two types of pain:
- Dorsalgia (prolonged, painful pain accompanied by limited mobility of intercostal discs in the sternum)
- Dorsago (sudden, acute pain that occurs in the form of an attack)
If you can’t visit a doctor, it’s worth doing exercises that relieve pain and minimize vertebral sprains. You should not wait for complete recovery during gymnastics - it will temporarily reduce pain, relax discs. It is worth making an appointment with a doctor.
Pain relief exercises
It is worth preparing the body before starting the exercises. Take a shower, warm up slightly, let your muscles warm up. When you feel that the pain symptoms have subsided, start exercising.
It is recommended to perform therapeutic exercises if the patient does not have acute symptoms of pain! Otherwise, when movement is painful, it is recommended to give up self-medication, gymnastics is preventive in nature, it will help those who do not suffer from the symptoms of osteochondrosis of the chest. Do not take tablets without a doctor for breast osteochondrosis.
exercises:
- The exercise is performed with a chair. Sit on a chair with your upper back resting on your back. Bend back so that a large range of motion falls on your chest. Finish the exercise by gently leaning to the starting position, without looking up from the back of the chair;
- Exercise will improve the functioning of the lungs and chest. Take a towel, wrap the lower third of the chest. As you exhale, squeeze the towel to increase the amount of air coming out of your mouth. Exercise is considered a prophylactic against respiratory diseases, warms the chest muscles, reduces pain;
- Exercise - prevention of osteochondrosis. Lie on your stomach, arms outstretched. Lifting the upper part of the body, we try to catch the hands from behind in the "lock" with the chest hair. Try to flatten the shoulder blades. Return to the starting position slowly, carefully.
Exercise is a way to relieve tension in muscles, joints, help in placing the spinal discs in place. If they are not very biased. Otherwise, you should see a doctor. Injections for osteochondrosis of the thoracic region are useful for the patient when prescribed by a doctor.
Thoracic osteochondrosis is sometimes cured without resorting to traditional medicine (when the disease is just beginning to develop). With serious forms of the disease, you can't do without a doctor. Especially when thoracic osteochondrosis is accompanied by minor diseases - neuralgia, cough. Cough with osteochondrosis of the thoracic region is a consequence of osteochondrosis; irritated, displaced, vertebral discs injure the joints, which irritate the lungs.
Conclusion
Osteochondrosis does not forgive the devil's attitude. In case of acute pain, it is recommended to consult a doctor who will prescribe therapy and prevent the development of the disease. If you do not feel well, do not limit yourself to prevention - tell your doctor!