Diagnosis, treatment, symptoms: osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine

Osteochondrosis is a degenerative degenerative disease associated with impaired structure and functions of intervertebral discs. In humans, four parts of this skeletal department are distinguished: sacral, lumbar, thoracic, cervical, common traits are characteristic of their defeat, but there are specific symptoms. Osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine occurs more often than this disease of other parts of it.

This is explained by the fact that the basic weight of the body and the load during movement are precisely on this part of the axial skeleton.

Why does such a disease occur?

What causes osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine? Causes Degenerative lesion of this department of the skeleton is not fully understood.

It is believed that its development is associated with the influence of a complex of factors:

• Age changes;
• Excessive physical exertion;
• Excess of body weight;
• Metabolic disorders;
• Traumatic injuries;
• Wearing uncomfortable shoes;
• Lack of mobility.

How does the disease manifest itself?

To defeat the intervertebral discs are common symptoms: pain in the back and neck, the inability to turn the head, the body in the right direction, a visible violation of posture.

"If I suspect this disease in my home," patients ask, "what are the symptoms to look for then?" Osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine Manifests as aching, dull pain. However, when trying to lift weights, suddenly changing positions, they can become very strong, sharp. Localized unpleasant sensations in the field of a loin, buttocks, a back surface of femurs and more low on all leg. Pain relief usually comes in a prone position, also sometimes in unnatural positions (crouching, squatting).

What other symptoms are there? Osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine may be characterized by the occurrence of sensitivity disorders. Discover:

• Numbness of the feet;
• Feeling of "running goose";
• Tingling sensations.

Also, with an exacerbation of the pathology, lameness, body inclination to the healthy side, chilliness of the limbs, dryness of the skin of the legs can be observed.

Thus, we examined in detail how one can suspect by external signs osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine. A photo of a patient with this disease clearly demonstrates the frequent problems of a person suffering from this pathology: difficulties in movement, unnatural human postures.

Diagnosis and therapy

If a person has the above symptoms, osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine may be naturally suspected. It is necessary to consult a doctor who will prescribe additional examination methods:

1. Radiographic (at least two projections).
2. CT.
3. MRI.

It is necessary to treat this pathology long and complex. Apply massage, acupuncture, a set of special therapeutic exercises, point manual influence, physiotherapy. If necessary, use painkillers and inflammatory remedies.