The so-called cervical spine syndrome (cervical syndrome) is a collective term for various orthopedic or neurological symptoms, which can also occur in the area of the cervical spine in combination. The symptoms typically manifest themselves in the shoulder-neck-arm region. If problems occur in the cervical spine region, this is often referred to as cervical spine syndrome. The syndrome can be divided into different categories: according to its course (acute or chronic), localization (upper part, middle part or lower part of the cervical spine), pain radiation and cause. A cervical spine syndrome should not be confused with a herniated disc.
Therapy
The therapy for cervical spine syndrome always depends on the cause and the type of symptoms that occur. In most cases a conservative therapy is reasonable. In addition, painkillers (analgesics) can be taken or muscle relaxants (relaxants) injected.
Physiotherapy is often prescribed for a cervical spine syndrome. Depending on the cause, there are various possibilities for therapy. In the case of muscular causes, the remedy of choice is often a combination of massage techniques and stretching, or targeted movement and/or strengthening exercises.
Electrotherapy and heat or cold applications can also be used here. If the cause lies more in the area of the vertebral joints or nerve roots, manual therapy techniques are appropriate. For example, a light pull (traction) on the head is exercised, which results in the vertebral joints also pulling apart minimally and thus relieving the strain on them.
You can find more information in the article Manual Therapy. With similar techniques, blocked vertebrae can be made mobile again (mobilized) and pain can be relieved. If the cause is more of a psychological nature, psychotherapy can also be effective and improve the symptoms.
Relaxation measures such as autogenic training, progressive muscle relaxation or yoga can also help here. Often a combination of different therapy options is useful. Topics that might interest you are
- Cervical spine syndrome exercises with the Theraband
- Mobilization Exercises
- Exercises HWS Syndrome
