How long do the vision problems last? | Duration of a cervical spine syndrome

How long do the vision problems last?

Visual disturbances can occur in cervical spine syndrome due to the underregulation of the blood supply to the eye, e.g. at the carotid arteries or vertebral arteries. The symptoms can last from a few seconds to minutes. Often leaving a stressful situation or relaxation helps to reduce the symptoms. However, there are also cases in which affected persons complain of permanent visual disturbances over several weeks or months. In both situations, a medical examination is essential in order to avert potentially dangerous developments and exclude other causes.

Duration of the therapy

The therapy of the acute cervical spine syndrome lasts from days to weeks and includes medication, physiotherapeutic treatment and posture training. Even after the acute symptoms have subsided, continuation of physical training is strongly recommended and can prevent the recurrence of corresponding problems. In case of a chronic cervical spine syndrome, the therapy consists mainly of a long-term support of the doctors and therapists for independent training and practice.

In case of acute deterioration and problems, the principles of treatment of the acute cervical spine syndrome are applied. In the case of chronic cervical spine syndrome, a permanent medication with painkillers (e.g. ibuprofen, diclofenac) can be useful in case of regular pain. The therapy of a chronic cervical spine syndrome almost always continues. The patient prevents the worsening of the symptoms by regularly carrying out learned exercises on his own.

Duration of sick leave

In the case of an acute cervical spine syndrome, sick leave can be scheduled from days to weeks. This is individually very different and depends on the causes and feeling of the patient. Excessive rest should be avoided during sick leave, as movement is an important pillar of improvement.

In the case of chronic and recurrent cervical spine syndromes, short-term sick leave can be taken. If complaints, relapses and absences occur repeatedly due to occupational activity, then retraining can be considered. Here too, the attending doctor is the right contact person.