Spinal Column Diseases

Symptoms of a slipped disc of the cervical spine | Herniated disc of the cervical spine

Symptoms of a slipped disc of the cervical spine The cervical spine carries the head and supports its mobility. In the area of the cervical spine, nerves that innervate the arms and hands and the diaphragm emerge. If nerve root irritation or compression of the nerve roots occurs, they can become inflamed, which is perceived … Symptoms of a slipped disc of the cervical spine | Herniated disc of the cervical spine

Prevention of a slipped disc | Herniated disc of the cervical spine

Prevention of a slipped disc If a few points are observed, a herniated disc of the cervical spine can be prevented: Regular gymnastics and sports, such as swimming, hiking, jogging, to strengthen the back muscles and relieve the spine Compensatory movement with sedentary work Trained relaxation techniques to release tense back muscles and improve posture … Prevention of a slipped disc | Herniated disc of the cervical spine

Course of a slipped disc

Introduction Our spine is exposed to great strain every day during our lifetime. Especially in a daily routine that is characterized by sedentary activities and little physical exercise, this leads to diseases of the spine, such as a herniated disc (prolapse). Our spine consists of 24 free vertebrae (the remaining 8 to 10 are fused … Course of a slipped disc

CERVICAL/LUMBAR SPINE | Course of a slipped disc

CERVICAL/LUMBAR SPINE In many ways, herniated discs in the cervical (cervical spine) and lumbar (lumbar) spine are very similar. In both cases, the first symptoms often appear very suddenly in the form of pain. If they remain untreated, they can intensify in the further course and further symptoms such as discomfort (tingling, “formication”) in the … CERVICAL/LUMBAR SPINE | Course of a slipped disc

Forecast | Course of a slipped disc

Forecast The prognosis of a herniated disc is in most cases quite favorable, often the pain improves noticeably after a few weeks of efficient treatment. Severe forms of progression are generally rare. Nevertheless, the treatment is lengthy. On average, conservative therapy takes between 3 and 6 months. In the case of both conservative and surgical … Forecast | Course of a slipped disc

Treatment of the herniated disc

Therapy As with many diseases, conservative and surgical treatment (OP) is available for the treatment of herniated discs. Which form of therapy (what can be done) should be used, must always be decided individually. At this point both forms of therapy are briefly described. Which treatment is the best for you should not depend on … Treatment of the herniated disc

General information on exercises for a herniated disc | Treatment of the herniated disc

General information on exercises for a herniated disc Sport plays an important role in the therapy of herniated discs. Which exercises are suitable for strengthening the back muscles is described below. In general, you should pay attention to regular breathing and a calm execution. The exercises are repeated daily and the pain threshold is not … General information on exercises for a herniated disc | Treatment of the herniated disc

Peridural infiltration (PDI) and periradicular therapy (PRT) | Treatment of the herniated disc

Peridural infiltration (PDI) and periradicular therapy (PRT) In peridural infiltration (PDI) or periradicular therapy (PRT) of the herniated disc, painkilling, anti-inflammatory and tissue-clogging drugs are administered to the painful nerve root with millimeter precision under computer tomographic control. This leads to a containment of the “mechanical inflammation” taking place around the nerve root and to … Peridural infiltration (PDI) and periradicular therapy (PRT) | Treatment of the herniated disc

Infusions for a herniated disc | Treatment of the herniated disc

Infusions for a herniated disc The infusion has two primary objectives: First, to relieve pain and second, to reduce inflammation. In general, conservative drug treatment of a herniated disc can be carried out in a variety of ways. In addition to tablets or injections i. m. (=intramuscular), the intravenous infusion is an often chosen variant. … Infusions for a herniated disc | Treatment of the herniated disc

What else can you do? | Treatment of the herniated disc

What else can you do? What else you can do in case of a herniated disc is very diverse and starts with physiotherapy, medication, sports and ends with surgery. Each treatment is not “off the peg”, but must be tailored to the individual case and what can be done in particular depends crucially on the … What else can you do? | Treatment of the herniated disc

What are the consequences of a slipped disc?

Synonym med: herniated disc Introduction The herniated disc is now one of the most common clinical pictures in the field of orthopaedics. Above all, the increasing age and years of incorrect or excessive strain on the spine lead to pronounced signs of wear and tear, which promote the development of a herniated disc. Contrary to … What are the consequences of a slipped disc?

Consequences of an operation | What are the consequences of a slipped disc?

Consequences of an operation The most commonly used surgical technique for removing a herniated disc is open surgery (microsurgical discectomy). With this procedure, even in complicated and severe cases, one has full insight into the area to be operated. This operation requires a general anaesthetic, which in turn is associated with risks. Especially in older … Consequences of an operation | What are the consequences of a slipped disc?