Vertebral realignment is a responsible procedure, which is performed only by an experienced specialist after a thorough diagnosis of the patient. It is not recommended to practice the procedure at home, since a person will not be able to independently make the correct diagnosis and carry out the reduction.
Back pain, burning and limited movement are all clear symptoms of displacement and degenerative processes in the vertebrae that need to be treated. The treatment of such pathologies is carried out by orthopedists, traumatologists and local therapists, so if these symptoms occur, a person can contact one of the specialists.
Main rules of procedure
Before an important procedure involving subluxation or displacement of the bone structures of the spine, the patient must know the main rules. They will help him avoid complications during and after the procedure. By adhering to them, a person will ensure full functionality of the spinal column.
These rules include:
- Pre-warm-up. 30-60 minutes before the procedure itself, a person should gradually warm up all parts of the spine: cervical, thoracic and lumbar. This will help reduce the likelihood of pain and other unpleasant symptoms.
- No sudden movements. This rule applies to both the warm-up and the adjustment itself. During gymnastic exercises, a person must perform all movements slowly and smoothly so that the muscles warm up and prepare for power loads. During the procedure, you cannot make any movements, as this may affect the course of events. If during the procedure the specialist hurt the patient, then you just need to say so, without sudden movements.
- Rest. After the session, the patient should stay in the clinic for some time and rest. As soon as he is at home, he should give up sports activities, physical labor and an active lifestyle. Experts recommend bed rest for 3-5 days.
- Pay attention to your health. If the patient is not in a hospital, then he should carefully monitor his well-being. If he experiences discomfort in the lower back, neck, or other areas where the reduction was performed, he should contact a medical professional.
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Self-medication in case of displacement is strictly prohibited, since this condition is characterized by severe exacerbations, especially if the cervical vertebrae and vertebrae of the coccygeal region are affected. In this case, only a doctor can say whether these structures can be reduced.
If you do not consult a doctor in time and aggravate the displacement of the cervical vertebrae, then there is a high probability of complete paralysis. Compression of the spinal cord or complete rupture of a bone formation leads to disability
Contraindications to the use of this treatment method
Manual therapy of the cervical spine is very effective, but, like any other technique, it has its contraindications:
- Age over 75 years.
- Diagnosed tumor of the brain or spinal cord.
- Tuberculous spondylitis, rheumatism and other inflammatory processes of a nonspecific nature in the spine.
- Meningitis, encephalitis.
- Recovery period after spinal surgery.
- If there are fragments of hernias.
- Presence of acute infection.
- High blood pressure.
- Exacerbation of chronic hepatitis, pancreatitis or cholecystitis.
- Recent heart attack or stroke.
- Vascular diseases.
In addition, contraindications for the use of manual therapy of the cervical spine are relative. The decision is made individually if the patient has:
- Exacerbation of cervical osteochondrosis.
- Instability of some parts of the spine.
- Forstier's syndrome.
- Spinal cleft, sacralization or other anomalies of the spinal column.
- Second or third trimester of pregnancy.
- Fusion fractures of the spine.
A truly professional doctor is attentive to the patient’s medical history and conducts a session only in the absence of absolute contraindications.
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Methods of reduction and which doctor to contact
Before the reduction specialist takes care of the patient, the patient must undergo a medical examination to identify the etiological factor. Initial palpation will help you find out where the spine hurts and how large the affected area is. After palpation, the doctor sends the patient for instrumental diagnostics, which include the following methods:
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- radiography;
- MRI;
- CT.
In the resulting videos and photos, you can examine the bone formations and the deformed area in detail. After which the attending specialist prescribes treatment and selects a method of reduction that the patient can tolerate without complications.
When parts of the spine are affected, conservative and radical treatment is used. The first is provided in mild cases at the initial stages of pathogenesis. Conservative treatment is carried out by both specialists, so a person can turn to one of them.
Radical therapy involves surgical intervention in the affected area, during which the deformed vertebrae are reduced. To do this, special metal or titanium plates are used, which are placed between the vertebrae for their gradual correction. After such an operation, the reduced vertebrae are fixed with orthopedic products. To do this, the doctor selects a bandage or corsets for the patient.
The person who sets the vertebrae must understand their anatomical location and structure, as well as be aware of the patient's health status. Therefore, only traumatologists and chiropractors are involved in this matter. It is impossible to determine the type and nature of the displacement on your own, so the patient needs to contact one of the specialists.
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Traumatologist
The help of a traumatologist should be resorted to only if displacement is observed in the cervical spine and the duration of the injury does not exceed 10 days. In this case, the specialist will inject a local anesthetic and reduce the deformed segment. The procedure takes a short amount of time. The patient is placed on a couch or a special table, on which his head will be in the air, hanging from the surface.
After this, a Gleason loop is fixed, which helps to compare the necessary fragments and eliminate their instability. In the absence of contraindications, this procedure is well tolerated by patients and leads to a positive effect: acceleration of blood circulation, elimination of compression of the nerve roots and spinal canal.
The Gleason loop is often used by patients at home for diffuse degenerative diseases, curvature of the spinal column and as a preventive measure after injuries.
Chiropractor
A chiropractor can adjust the coccyx and other structures, as can a traumatologist, but the patient needs to make sure that this specialist is qualified. In his practice, this doctor practices both direct and indirect effects on deformed areas. Thus, the following effects on the spine are distinguished:
- mobilization - direct impact on the vertebrae, by moving them from the wrong location to the correct one;
- jolting and rhythmic effects - with small vibrations of muscle tissue, the specialist returns the vertebrae to the correct position.
As a result of such manipulations, the patient feels an improvement in his condition after just a few procedures. The procedures increase blood circulation in the damaged segments, returning the previous functionality of the spinal column and its mobility. The chiropractor must be familiar with the patient's medical history and the nature of the pathological process, after which he can begin therapy.
Manual therapy
It is one of the most effective conservative treatment options . However, there is a significant difficulty here - finding a competent specialist.
Chiropractic or chiropractic (manual therapy is also called) requires not only experience and detailed knowledge of the body, but also a certain predisposition. There are professionals who are able to really feel the patient and adjust the vertebrae in an easy way.
It’s just not always possible to find such specialists. Therefore, here you should carefully study patient reviews and look at other factors that allow you to evaluate a chiropractor.
One way or another, if you contact such a person in a timely manner, it is possible to get rid of many diseases of the spine.
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How to realign vertebrae at home
You can straighten the vertebrae yourself using specially selected gymnastic exercises. These exercises are suitable for displacement in the thoracic region, degenerative pathologies and intervertebral hernias. The cervical, lumbar and sacrococcygeal regions are treated only by a doctor.
By performing the following exercises, the patient can get rid of deformity in 2-3 months:
- Sitting on a chair, you need to straighten your back and stretch your arms above your head, clasping them together. In this position, while inhaling, you should stretch as high as possible, then, as you exhale, lower your shoulders and relax. The number of repetitions is 10-15 times.
- Pressing your chin to your chest, press the back of your head with both hands. It is recommended to start with light pressure, gradually stretching the muscles of the neck and back of the thoracic region. As you inhale, the shoulder joints rise up, and as you exhale, they fall down. The number of executions is 15-20 times.
- Having secured your hands on the back of your head, you should align your back and neck in one line. The shoulders are slightly laid back, as is the head. You should stay in this position for 30-60 seconds.
- Extend your arms above your head and tilt your head up. Eyes should be at hand level. As you inhale, the shoulder joints rise up, and as you exhale, they fall down. The number of executions is 15-20 times.
- Having hooked your hands behind the lock, you need to slightly tilt your torso forward. At this time, the shoulder blades should compress the spinal column. As you exhale, your arms rise higher and your body lowers down. As you inhale, the body rises and the arms fall. The number of bends is 10-15 times.
All exercises are performed slowly and smoothly so that the back muscles warm up well. Even in poor physical shape a person can perform such an activity.
It is recommended to perform exercises in a well-ventilated area or in the fresh air. This helps normalize metabolism and saturate the body with oxygen.
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Prevention of cervical osteochondrosis
To completely eliminate the symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis, the patient is recommended to take comprehensive preventive measures, which include lifestyle changes and the introduction of healthy habits:
- Maintaining a stable weight within normal limits.
- Swimming and exercise classes.
- Alternation of static position and movements in the workplace.
- Changing the working hand when carrying heavy bags.
This ensures an even distribution of the load on the spinal column, eliminating the risk of developing congestion and relapse of negative symptoms of cervical osteochondrosis.
On the day of your initial appointment with any doctor in our Neurology clinic, you can undergo manual therapy or massage with a 25% discount. This way you can form an objective opinion about the services of our clinic and the quality of work of our specialists. And if after this you decide to pay for the full course of further procedures, you will receive a 10% discount on the course of treatment.
A course of manual therapy is carried out in combination with other procedures to enhance the effect of treatment. Depending on the diagnosis, this may be acupuncture, physiotherapy, osteopathy, etc. These procedures complement each other and can be completed in our center.
Rehabilitation
A rehabilitation period after reduction is necessary for every patient. During this time, he should engage in moderate physical activity, perform gymnastic exercises and regularly attend physiotherapeutic procedures that will help him restore and strengthen his muscle corset.
The first few days after recovery, the patient should adhere to a gentle regimen: no physical activity and relaxing massages. In addition to physiotherapeutic procedures and exercises, the doctor prescribes a set of medications that relieve pain and restore damaged structures of the spine.
These medications include:
- painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs - a group of drugs that are prescribed by a doctor in the form of ointments, injections, tablets and other dosage forms to relieve acute severe pain;
- calcium supplements - a group of medications that include calcium and vitamin D3, which help strengthen the skeletal system;
- B vitamins – a vitamin complex that helps restore the sensitivity of nerve fibers and improve the functioning of the nervous system.
B vitamins are available in different dosage forms: ampoules for intramuscular administration, tablets and capsules. The patient must adhere to the course for the medicine to begin to have a therapeutic effect.
Who will treat you?
The Innovative Medical Center employs qualified specialists who deal with the treatment of such spinal diseases every day. Numerous reviews on our website and other sources on the Internet confirm the high level of services provided.
Dremin Evgeniy Vitalievich
neurologist, reflexologist, chiropractor.
6 years of experience. More details