Intervertebral hernia and lesions of fibrous rings - not all existing pathological changes that can occur in the musculoskeletal system. There is also such a disease as spondylosis of the lumbosacral spine. Unlike a hernia, spondylosis does not affect the intervertebral disc completely. Most of all, the external part of the fibrous ring suffers from the disease.
The causes of spondylosis of the lumbosacral spine
When spondylosis on the spine small spines - osteophytes - form. So the pathological changes appear - the bone tissue of the vertebrae grows. And although the disease affects not the largest area of tissue on the disk, the total number of degenerative-dystrophic changes can be even greater than with hernias or osteochondrosis.
This disease - a kind of response of the body to too large loads. Treatment of spondylosis of the lumbosacral spine may be required as a result of:
- traumatic injuries of the lumbar and sacral parts of the spine;
- development of tumor processes;
- age changes;
- strenuous exercise;
- static loads.
Not the least role in the development of spondylosis is played by a hereditary predisposition. People who work constantly in a sitting position, as practice has shown, suffer more often than others from the disease. In addition, people at risk are those who are overweight and who have associated pathologies: liver disease, diabetes, atherosclerosis, duodenum, stomach.
Symptoms of spondylosis of the lumbosacral spine
As in the case of most diseases of the musculoskeletal system, the main symptom of spondylosis is severe pain. Unpleasant sensations often increase with walking and sudden changes in the position of the body. Many patients complain and that by the end of the day the pain intensifies even without the slightest physical exertion.
If no measures are taken in time, the disease will begin to develop, and new symptoms will appear. In addition to pain, patients can feel weakness, coldness and tingling in the legs. Some patients even develop intermittent claudication .
If the treatment of spondylosis of the lumbosacral spine does not begin and at this stage, you need to be prepared for the appearance of reflex tension in the lumbar muscles. This, in turn, contributes to the development of trophic disorders in the lower back.
Treatment of deforming spondylosis of the lumbosacral spine
It is important to be prepared for the fact that the treatment of spondylosis is a long process, consisting of a complex of different activities. Cope with the ailment helps:
- medicines;
- receptions of manual therapy ;
- physiotherapeutic procedures;
- massage;
- complex of special physical exercises.
By the way, gymnastics with spondylosis of the lumbosacral spine is considered one of the most effective methods of treatment:
- Bend your legs in your lap, bringing them to your chest. The hands should be pressed against the floor along the trunk.
- Stand on your knees, bend, pulling your foot back.
- Standing on your knees and leaning on your hands, try to reach forearms to the floor.
- Lying on your back, pull your legs to your stomach. Grab your knees and group.
It is very important to adhere to proper nutrition during spondylosis of the lumbosacral spine. This will help avoid excessive stress on the spine in general and the lower back in particular.