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Spinal Canal Stenosis: Types, Therapy, Triggers

Brief overview Treatment: Mostly conservative, combination of physiotherapy, back training, heat therapy, electrotherapy, support corset (orthosis), pain management and therapy; rarely surgery Causes and risk factors: Often wear and tear (degeneration), rarely congenital, risk of spinal surgery, bulging or herniated discs, hormonal changes, bone diseases such as Paget’s disease Symptoms: Often asymptomatic at first; later … Spinal Canal Stenosis: Types, Therapy, Triggers

Tingling (Numbness): Causes, Treatment

Brief overview Causes of tingling: e.g. pinching or constriction of a nerve (e.g. herniated disc, carpal tunnel syndrome), magnesium deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency, cold sores, contact allergy, rhinitis, restless legs syndrome, varicose veins, Raynaud’s syndrome, migraine, fibromyalgia, stroke, etc. Tingling – when do you need to see a doctor? If the tingling is new and … Tingling (Numbness): Causes, Treatment

Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

In the case of nerve root compression and the resulting constriction of the nerve, unpleasant sensory disturbances and further complaints can occur. In the following you will learn which exercises can help. Physiotherapeutic intervention In the case of existing nerve root compression, it is necessary to intervene quickly to prevent long-term damage. Patients who are … Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Further measures | Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Further measures In addition to exercise therapy, there are various other physiotherapeutic measures that have an influence on the symptoms of nerve root compression: Electrotherapy, massages, heat and cold applications, as well as fascial techniques loosen the tissue and tense muscles and influence the perception of pain. Tape applications can have a supporting effect on … Further measures | Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Symptoms | Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Symptoms As described above, the nerves transmit stimuli and feelings coming from the body and the environment to the central nervous system and vice versa, they transmit movement commands from the brain to the body. If these pathways are now interrupted on their way by nerve root compression, this leads to a reduction in perception, … Symptoms | Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Multiple sclerosis and pregnancy | Symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis and pregnancy In terms of gender, multiple sclerosis affects women more often than men. This raises the question of whether pregnancy is also possible without complaints in cases of diagnosed multiple sclerosis. As already mentioned, the multiple Sklerose is not inherited to the child.Only the predisposition would be present, but it is not … Multiple sclerosis and pregnancy | Symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Cause of multiple sclerosis | Symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Cause of multiple sclerosis Until today the cause of multiple sclerosis has not been thoroughly researched, only theories can be put forward. Relevant in the pathophysiology of multiple sclerosis are the so-called myelin sheaths. Like fatty tubes, these sheath the nerves in sections. The function of the myelin sheaths is to accelerate the transmission of … Cause of multiple sclerosis | Symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Course of multiple sclerosis | Symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Course of multiple sclerosis Depending on the patient, the course of multiple sclerosis can vary and can be more severe in some cases and milder in others. In the relapsing-remitting form (the most common form of multiple sclerosis), the symptoms decrease completely after the relapses. This is the most favorable course for the patient, as … Course of multiple sclerosis | Symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Numbness: What to Do?

Behind a feeling of numbness in the arms, thighs, feet or face can be various causes. Often, a lack of blood circulation or a pinched nerve is responsible for the discomfort. But serious diseases such as a slipped disc or a stroke can also be accompanied by numbness. We inform you about possible causes and … Numbness: What to Do?

Numbness: Other Causes

Polyneuropathy is a disease of the peripheral nervous system that is associated with sensory disturbances and numbness in the hands and feet. These are triggered by irritated, inflamed or damaged nerve pathways. Depending on the cause of the disease, there may be other symptoms; for example, muscle weakness often occurs. Diabetic polyneuropathy A special form … Numbness: Other Causes