Back pain, especially in the lumbar region, affects approximately 80% of the world's population. In most cases, this is a harbinger of the development of lumbar osteochondrosis. It is believed that this disease is the result of constant and increased stress on the back, however, after many years of research into lumbar osteochondrosis, experienced specialists have come to the conclusion that this disease may have several causes. These include:
- metabolic disease;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
- diseases of the liver, pancreas and pelvic area.
In short, the high-risk group includes patients who suffer from any disease that causes oxygen starvation, as well as spasms and muscle, joint and blood vessel overload.
Types of osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine
Currently, osteochondrosis of the lumbosacral spine can be divided into groups:
- radicular (popularly known as sciatica; its distinguishing feature is the first sacral root or the fifth lumbar lesion);
- radicular-vascular (caused by compression of roots and blood vessels; also called radiculoischaemia);
- reflex osteochondrosis (most often caused by strong physical exertion).
In this case, reflex osteochondrosis of the lumbosacral region is of the following type:
- Lumbago - occurs as a result of careless, awkward movement or heavy lifting. It is characterized by sharp shootings in the lumbar region;
- Lumbargia - a consequence of constant physical exertion and sitting in an uncomfortable position. It develops slowly and gradually, it is chronic;
- Lumboischialgia is characterized by vegetative-vascular, muscle tone and neurotrophic manifestations. A distinctive feature of this disease is pain in the lower back, which causes backache and aching pain in the lower limbs.
Lumbar osteochondrosis: symptoms
Lower back pain is a characteristic symptom of lumbosacral osteochondrosis. In addition, in patients with lumbar osteochondrosis, such symptoms may also appear in the lower limbs.
In addition, this disease is accompanied by:
- tingling in the legs;
- numbness of the lower limbs;
- chills and cramps in the legs;
- sweating disorder.
Lumbar osteochondrosis and its treatment
The main task of the specialists of our center in the treatment of osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine is to eliminate the factors that cause compression of the roots, as well as measures aimed at reducing pain. After successfully achieving these goals, our doctors perform activities that stimulate the recovery of the body and the normalization of motor functions.
Treatment of lumbar osteochondrosis is carried out in stages, where a narrow task is solved at each stage. However, it is precisely this consistent treatment that brings fast, effective and sustainable results! Patients are offered:
- massage therapy;
- reflexology;
- during special exercises.
Along with these therapeutic measures, patients are prescribed additional procedures depending on individual factors.