Exercises for the arm musculature | Cervical spine syndrome – these exercises help

Exercises for the arm musculature

Exercises for the arm muscles: Exercises for the triceps and biceps in the arm are very varied. Known exercises with the dumbbell in the flexion and extension of the arms are effective and can be supported by more complex exercises. Especially the triceps can be trained by support exercises (dips on a chair), push-ups or forearm support and can be increased again and again by variations. Pull-ups and other pull exercises train the biceps. Both muscle groups are important for a good balance of the sides under load and, as with the short neck muscles, to slow down fatigue.

Other therapeutic procedures

In addition to the exercises, which should be performed regularly, accompanying physiotherapy is recommended for cervical spine syndrome. During this exercise, the muscles in the corresponding area are loosened and the pressure and tension on the cervical spine is reduced. It is also advisable to supply the shoulder and neck area with heat in between so that the stimulated blood circulation can remove harmful substances.

In addition to the above-mentioned training, swimming is also a good option. Autogenic training, Yoga, Pilates, progressive muscle relaxation have a positive influence on the patient’s mind and stress situation. In general, however, the doctor should always be consulted.

What is behind the term “cervical spine syndrome”?

Due to an increased sedentary activity of the population due to working at the computer, less exercise, a changed lifestyle, one-sided strain at work or sports and an increase in mental illnesses, the cervical spine syndrome is one of the most frequent causes for a visit to the orthopedist. However, the exact symptoms can vary and are generally summarized as cervical spine syndrome. In the following, exercises for self-help are shown.

The cervical spine syndrome is a term used to summarize various symptoms that can affect the head, cervical spine, shoulders and arms. In addition to tingling sensations in the arms including hands, tension headaches, dizziness, pressure pain behind the eyes, pain in the shoulder and shoulder blade area, frequently falling asleep arms (especially at night or when permanently in one position) and movement restrictions of the cervical and arm muscles can occur. As briefly mentioned above, increased sedentary activities, especially at the computer or during long car journeys, can trigger the symptoms of cervical spine syndrome.

On the one hand, there is a build-up of tension in the muscles due to the loss of an upright posture, i.e. collapsing, or increased lifting of the shoulders, also as a symptom of fatigue. In this case, the blood circulation in the muscles is no longer guaranteed and there is an increased accumulation of myogeloses (formation of muscle nodules). Likewise, one-sided work, such as cashing, wallpapering, etc., can be a problem.

Or one-sided sports, such as tennis, handball, throwing disciplines in athletics can lead to a muscle imbalance and thus to a one-sided reduced blood circulation and further to a cervical spine syndrome. Due to the increased stress at work or in private life, there is less time for a balancing sport and the risk of mental illness increases. The tension lies mainly on the shoulders (proverb: load on shoulders), one tries to escape from this stress and contracts, therefore it also comes to pulling up the shoulders.In addition to these external factors, degenerative changes can also contribute to the development of a cervical spine syndrome.

Osteoarthritis of the facet joints, prolapsed intervertebral disc protrusions, a narrowing of the spinal canal due to proliferation at the bony protrusions, decrease in disc height are the most typical degenerative changes. In order to counteract the resulting pain, there is also an increased tension of the muscles or a constriction of a nerve, which can result in tingling sensations and hands falling asleep. Before treatment, it is important to consult a doctor for clarification in order to rule out other possible causes.

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Likewise, one-sided work, such as cashing, wallpapering, etc., can also be done. Or one-sided sports, such as tennis, handball, throwing disciplines in athletics can lead to a muscle imbalance and thus also to a one-sided reduced blood circulation and further to a cervical spine syndrome. Due to the increased stress at work or in private life, there is less time for a balancing sport and the risk of mental illness increases.

The tension lies mainly on the shoulders (proverb: load on shoulders), one tries to escape from this stress and contracts, therefore it also comes to pulling up the shoulders. Besides these external factors, degenerative changes can also contribute to the development of a cervical spine syndrome. Osteoarthritis of the facet joints, prolapsed intervertebral disc protrusions, a narrowing of the spinal canal due to proliferation at the bony protrusions, decrease in disc height are the most typical degenerative changes.

In order to counteract the resulting pain, there is also an increased tension of the muscles or a constriction of a nerve, which can result in tingling sensations and hands falling asleep. Before treatment, it is important to consult a doctor for clarification in order to rule out other possible causes. The following articles may be of interest to you:

  • Stress – Are you also affected by it?
  • Physiotherapy for a cervical spine syndrome
  • Pinched nerve in the cervical spine