Back pain, especially in the lumbar region, affects about 80% of the world's population. In most cases, it is a precursor to the development of lumbar osteochondrosis. There is an opinion that this disease is a consequence of constant and increased stress on the back, however, after many years of research into lumbar osteochondrosis, experienced experts have come to the conclusion that there may be several reasons for the development of this disease. This includes:
- metabolic disease;
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
- diseases of the liver, pancreas and pelvic area.
In a word, the risk group includes patients who suffer from any disease that causes oxygen starvation, as well as spasms and overstrain of muscles, joints and blood vessels.
Types of osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine
Currently, osteochondrosis of the lumbosacral spine can be divided into groups:
- radicular (popularly called sciatica; its distinctive feature is damage to the first sacral root or the fifth lumbar);
- radicular-vascular (caused by compression of the roots together with vessels; also called radiculoischemia);
- reflex osteochondrosis (most often caused by heavy physical exertion).
In this case, reflex osteochondrosis of the lumbosacral region is of the following types:
- lumbago - occurs as a result of careless, awkward movement or lifting a heavy load. It is characterized by sharp shooting in the lumbar region;
- lumbago - it is a consequence of constant physical effort and sitting in an uncomfortable position. It develops slowly and gradually, it is chronic;
- lumboischialgia is characterized by vegetative-vascular, muscle-tonic and neurotrophic manifestations. The specialty of this disease is pain in the lower back, which gives off back pain and pain in the lower extremities.
Lumbar osteochondrosis: symptoms
Pain in the lower back is a characteristic symptom of lumbosacral osteochondrosis. In addition, in patients suffering from lumbar osteochondrosis, such symptoms may also appear in the lower extremities.
Also, this disease is accompanied by:
- tingling in the legs;
- numbness of the lower extremities;
- chills and cramps in the feet;
- sweating disorder.
Osteochondrosis of the lumbar part and its treatment
The main tasks of the specialists of our center in the treatment of osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine are the elimination of factors that are the causes of root compression, as well as actions aimed at reducing pain. After successfully achieving these goals, our doctors carry out activities that encourage the recovery of the body and the normalization of motor functions.
Treatment of lumbar osteochondrosis is carried out in stages, where a narrow load is solved in each stage. However, it is this consistent treatment that gives fast, effective and sustainable results! Patients are offered:
- massage therapy;
- reflexology;
- a course of special exercises.
In addition to these therapeutic measures, patients are prescribed additional procedures depending on individual factors.