Dorsopathy is the pathology of the musculoskeletal system with a pronounced pain syndrome that occurs due to degenerative changes in the spine.
Dorsopathy: what is it? Causes
Among the main causes of the disease can be identified:
- low motor activity;
- irregular and unbalanced nutrition;
- strong loads on the spine;
- adverse working conditions, combining high humidity and low temperature;
- regular stay in an uncomfortable position.
Dorsopathy of the spine is most common and, in addition to the indicated reasons, can occur due to a hereditary predisposition, injuries, impaired motor function, cartilage or muscle systems. Overweight plays a negative role.
Dorsopathy: what is it? Stages
- Chondrosis. At this stage, the disease is almost impossible to diagnose, because it has no symptoms other than discomfort.
- Lesions of the spine, adjacent vertebrae, intervertebral cartilage and joints. Because of this, the physiological distance between the vertebrae is disturbed, which leads to compression of the nerve endings, blood vessels and the appearance of severe pain.
- The formation of intervertebral hernias due to a violation of the physiological position of the vertebrae.
- Displacement of the vertebrae, leading to a limitation of motor activity.
Dorsopathy: what is it? Symptoms
As a result, the development of the disease leads to obstructed flow of blood and oxygen to the brain, and this, in turn, causes the appearance of weakness, insomnia, irritability, etc. As a rule, the disease occurs in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Cervical dorsopathy manifests itself in symptoms such as pain and tinnitus, pain in the shoulders, arms and heart, hearing loss, vision, impaired coordination. Breast dorsopathy is expressed by pain in the ribs with a deep breath, walking and other loads on the ribs. Intervertebral hernias in this part of the spine practically do not occur, since it is inactive. Lumbar dorsopathy is the most painful of all types. Its appearance is characterized by constant pain, aggravated by any movement and extending to the pelvic and even femur. Since pain provokes immobility, it leads to muscle tension and, as a result, to curvature of the spine.
Dorsopathy: what is it? Treatment
Treatment of the disease should include a set of activities such as physiotherapy, massage of all parts of the spine, manual and physical therapy. With advanced stages, medication and spinal traction cannot be avoided . Therefore, if you discover any discomfort in your spine at home or your loved ones, you must consult a doctor to establish an accurate diagnosis and prescribe appropriate therapy. If dorsopathy of the spine is not treated, it can lead to a complete loss of motor function or the development of infections, leading not only to physical, but also mental abnormalities.