The joint cartilage is nourished and supplied by movement. Physiological movement of the facet joints can prevent osteoarthritis or, if it has already begun, prevent its progression. The lumbar spine can be moved mainly in flexion (flexion) and extension (extension). But rotation and lateral inclination (lateral flexion) of the spine are also part of the … Exercises for existing facet arthrosis
Conservative therapy/physiotherapy Physiotherapeutic therapy aims to maintain the mobility of the spine to a large extent and to minimize symptoms of osteoarthritis such as pain and tension. For the latter, massage techniques, trigger point treatment and fascia therapy are available. A stretching and exercise program should also be worked out with the patient, which he … Conservative therapy/physiotherapy | Exercises for existing facet arthrosis
Nutrition Nutrition plays a role in any kind of arthrosis. There are certain foods that are said to have an inflammatory effect. For example, red meat should be avoided if possible; too much sugar can also be harmful to the joints. The acid-base balance should also have an influence.The change in diet should be checked … Nutrition | Exercises for existing facet arthrosis
One speaks of a facet arthrosis when the so-called zygapophysical joint between two vertebrae in the section of the cervical spine changes arthrotically. This joint exists between one vertebra and the vertebra above it. It is formed from the articular processes of the vertebral arch. Facet arthrosis can affect any section of the spine. In … Physiotherapy for facet arthrosis in the cervical spine
Causes The causes for the development of facet arthrosis are complex. It is usually a combination of long-term poor posture and overloading. Systemic diseases such as rheumatism or arthritis can also promote the development of facet arthrosis. In the cervical spine, the joints are particularly delicate and at the same time are under great strain … Causes | Physiotherapy for facet arthrosis in the cervical spine
Sport with a facet arthrosis In facet arthrosis it is important to mobilize and move the affected joints, but not to overstrain them. Sports that involve jerky movements or jumps that put strain on the cervical spine should either be avoided or should be performed with caution. Ball sports such as badminton, badminton or tennis … Sport with a facet arthrosis | Physiotherapy for facet arthrosis in the cervical spine
Pelvic tilt: When sitting, the pelvis is actively tilted forward and backward. The upper body remains stable and straight. Continue to the next exercise
Bending and stretching: While sitting, slowly bring your chin to your chest. Then roll up vertebra by vertebra so that the neck straightens up again. Make bid to 15 whl. Back to the article Exercises with existing facet arthrosis.
Synonyms Medical: Corpus vertebra Vertebral body Columna vertebralis Cervical vertebra Thoracic vertebra Lumbar vertebra Cross vertebra Breech vertebrae Vertebral Arch Atlas Axis Anatomy The human spine consists of the vertebrae and the intervertebral disc between them. The human body usually has between 32 – 34 vertebral bodies, in most cases 33. These vertebral bodies are … Vortex
Cervical vertebra The cervical spine is part of the human spine. It represents the connection between the head and the rest of the spine. There are a total of 7 different vertebrae that lie on top of each other. The first and second vertebrae play a prominent role. The first vertebra is called the atlas, … Cervical vertebra | Vortex
Thoracic vertebra The thoracic spine continues the cervical spine downward. It consists of 12 vertebrae which, although similar in structure to the cervical vertebrae, are much more massive in terms of their vertebral structure. One of the main reasons for this is that the thoracic spine must support a much greater mass than the cervical … Thoracic vertebra | Vortex
Lumbar vertebra The lumbar spine closes the spinal column at the bottom. The vertebral bodies are also known as vertebrae lumbales. Compared to the previous vertebrae, they are even more massive, corresponding to the further increase in body weight to be supported and the increased static demands.The posteriorly oriented processi spinosi (spinous processes) are flat … Lumbar vertebra | Vortex
