Summary In the meantime, slipped discs have become a kind of widespread disease, the prevention of which is particularly important. Therapy is increasingly moving towards conservative procedures, which means that physiotherapy plays a decisive role here. However, the physiotherapists do not only do healing work, but also give the affected persons an extensive basic knowledge … Summary | Physiotherapy for a slipped disc in BWS
Physiotherapy is one of the pillars of conservative therapy of a herniated disc in BWS. The goals of physiotherapy are to reduce the pain and disorders caused by the herniated disc, to relieve and strengthen the surrounding muscles, to correct or improve postural deformities and the resulting overloading of the thoracic spine, and to generally … Physiotherapy for a slipped disc in BWS
Exercises 1.) Strengthening the musculature (forearm support) Put yourself in push-up position. The forearms rest on the floor, the legs are stretched and only the tips of the toes are in contact with the floor. Now push yourself up so that your legs, spine and head form a straight line. Make sure that the pelvis … Exercises | Physiotherapy for a slipped disc in BWS
Slipped disc – what to do? Although a herniated disc in the thoracic spine occurs less frequently than a herniated disc in the lumbar spine, it is no less painful for those affected. Contrary to the general belief that one should take extra care when suffering from a herniated disc, this is even proven to … Slipped disc – what to do? | Physiotherapy for a slipped disc in BWS
A spinal canal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal due to changes in the spinal column caused by The nerves of the extremities emerge from the spinal canal and are also irritated by the narrowing. This causes mainly radiating symptoms. Tingling, numbness in both legs distinguishes a slipped disc from spinal canal stenosis. … OP spinal canal stenosis cervical spine – aftercare
Further follow-up treatment on an outpatient basis Once the acute phase of spinal canal surgery is over, the rehabilitation phase begins. Here, the patient can decide whether he or she wishes to undergo inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation. In both cases, the therapy aims to improve strength and mobility and to help the patient cope better … Further follow-up treatment on an outpatient basis | OP spinal canal stenosis cervical spine – aftercare
Exercises for at home Exercises can be done very well at home. Exercises without equipment can be performed while sitting, lying down or standing: 1. exercise for the shoulder-arm-complex Extend the arms forward, pull the elbows next to the body backward and shoulder blades together. Stretch arms up, pull elbows next to head down and … Exercises for at home | OP spinal canal stenosis cervical spine – aftercare
Which sport does me good – which not? In general, any sport where the head is held slightly tilted forward so that the spinal canal can be dilated is good for you. Sports with fast, jerky movements and with strong pull over the arms on the cervical spine should be avoided: Jogging can also aggravate … Which sport does me good – which not? | OP spinal canal stenosis cervical spine – aftercare
“Abdominal muscle strengthening” Lie on your back and bring one knee up in the air. Press firmly against the knee with the arm on the same side. Your shoulders will straighten up minimally. Hold the tension for 15 seconds and repeat the exercise after a short break. To strengthen the oblique abdominal muscles, exert pressure … Strengthening of the abdominal muscles
“Bridging” Lie on your back and press your lower back into the floor. This tenses the abdominal muscles and the pelvis tilts backwards. The arms are stretched out against the body and the feet are upright. Now lift your hips up until they form a straight line with your thighs and upper body. You continue … Strengthening of the back muscles
“Front support” In the prone position, support yourself on your toes and forearms. Your hips and upper body form a straight line. Your gaze is directed downwards and your stomach is firmly tensed. The more you bring your elbows forward on the floor, the more difficult the exercise becomes. Hold the position for 10 to … Strengthening of the front trunk muscles
“Superman” The starting position is the four-footed stand. Pull one elbow towards the opposite knee under the body. This will cause your spine to bend. The chin is led to the chest. From this starting position, stretch the bent arm and leg forward and backward. The back and neck are stretched. In the final position … Strengthening of the rear muscle loop
