Dorsopathy is a disease of the musculoskeletal system, which is accompanied by degenerative changes in the spine. The main sign of such a pathology is severe pain in the limbs and back, which gives a person a lot of inconvenience and significantly limits his mobility. Dorsopathy of the cervical spine is often diagnosed, because this part of the body consists of intervertebral cartilage joints, which makes it mobile and at the same time very vulnerable due to excessive loads on the muscular frame. A distinctive feature of the human neck is that the vertebral artery passes through it , the deterioration of which leads to a violation of the blood supply to the brain. This largely explains the appearance of specific clinical symptoms that accompany dorsopathy of the cervical spine.
The main causes of the disease:
- mechanical injuries;
- infectious pathologies;
- improper metabolism;
- low temperature and high humidity;
- strong vibrations;
- violation of posture;
- excessive loads on the vertebrae;
- hereditary diseases of the muscular and skeletal systems.
Dorsopathy of the cervical spine provokes the destruction of the fibrous ring, as a result of which the vertebrae become very mobile, their fixation is disturbed, which leads to a decrease in the space between them. This causes compression of the nerve endings, as well as the lymphatic and blood vessels.
Dorsopathy of the cervicothoracic spine
This pathology is not as complex as its cervical counterpart, since the sternal ribs act as a kind of skeleton and a natural guide that protects the spine from displacements and injuries. It should be noted that the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases, which are caused by
degenerative disorders in the bone tissue, is carried out comprehensively. This means that a single technique, not supported by special procedures, may not bring the desired results, and subsequently repeated symptoms of the disease will appear.
Dorsopathy of the lumbosacral spine
Despite the large thickness of the vertebrae and intervertebral discs, the human lower back is the most vulnerable spot in the entire supporting system. The development pattern of such a pathology depends largely on the hereditary predisposition and lifestyle. It should be noted that damage to the sacral region is much more common than dorsopathy of the cervical spine, and there are reasons for this. The main ones are congenital immune disorders, genetic background, physical inactivity, congenital or acquired curvature, osteochondrosis, obesity, occupational harm and climatic conditions. It should be noted that the disease can occur in two forms: acute and chronic, and the stage of remission can last for years and does not bother a person.
Methods of treating dorsopathy:
- non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;
- ultrasound;
- massage;
- vacuum therapy ;
- laser exposure;
- physiotherapy;
- manual therapy;
- folk homeopathic procedures;
- yoga classes;
- reflexology.
To prevent deterioration and further development of dystrophic processes in the spine, you must constantly monitor your diet, body weight, physical activity and daily routine.