Massage – one of the safest and most effective methods of treatment and prevention of osteochondrosis.

Main effects:

• eliminates muscle spasm and restores blood circulation in the muscles of the corresponding section of the spine,
• reduces pressure on the intervertebral discs, which helps them recover faster;
• protects the spine from further destruction.

How it works?

Cartilaginous discs between the vertebrae are needed for flexibility and cushioning during loads on the spine. Sedentary lifestyle, scoliosis, flatfoot, excessive loads on the spine increase the level of load on the discs. As a result, they become denser over time, the bones begin to press against each other and break down. In places, where the bone is destroyed, the growth of osteophytes begins (bone spikes).

As a result, spasms of the muscles of the corresponding department, pain from pinched roots of spinal nerves and dysfunction of internal organs.

If osteochondrosis is combined with osteoporosis (every 3rd woman has it after 40 years), the process of spine destruction happens literally "before your eyes". With a decrease in the density of bone tissue, osteochondrosis without appropriate treatment leads to serious problems: compression fractures of vertebrae, severe pains, rapid age changes (spinal deformity plus a decrease in metabolism).

Massage improves blood supply to the bones, as well as neck and head muscles, restores lymph circulation, cerebrospinal fluid, relieves pain and unpleasant sensations, restores mobility of intervertebral joints. Improves the blood circulation of the organs dependent on the corresponding department of the spine (of the brain in case of cervical osteochondrosis, example).

Effects of massage in osteochondrosis

If massage for osteochondrosis is done by a professional:

• pain decreases and spasm disappears;
• swelling disappears;
• muscles are strengthened – their tone increases significantly;
• blood circulation improves;
• lactic acid is excreted, which accumulates in the muscles;
• dizziness disappears;
• mobility of the spine is restored.

Your doctor will tell you the optimal frequency of massage for osteochondrosis.