How to restore cartilage tissue of the spine

Numerous studies have proven that for the restoration of cartilage tissue (CT) of the spine, the methods that combine traditional and non-drug methods of treatment have the greatest effectiveness. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are recommended to relieve pain.

The impact of a balanced diet

Of particular importance for the restoration of the cartilage of the spine is a timely and balanced diet. Often the cause of the disease is an excess or lack of nutrients in the human diet:

1. The high content of vitamin C helps slow the progression of osteoarthritis.
2. Vitamin D deficiency causes thinning of the cartilage.

Excessive consumption of fatty foods guarantees not only the appearance of excess weight. An increase in body weight is the cause of the development of osteoarthritis, due to which destructive changes in cartilage begin.

It has been proven that normalization of weight leads to a slowdown in the destruction of CT. Positive dynamics is observed even with a weight reduction of 10%. This applies only to obese people.

It is necessary to stop drinking alcohol, smoking tobacco products, hookah. The following foods should be present in the diet:

1. Thick meat broths. Their positive effect is explained by the presence of hyaluronic acid. The richer the broth, the higher its concentration. This refers not to the amount of fat, but the density of the liquid.
2. Seafood is rich in phosphorus, calcium and other useful substances.
3. Natural aspic from fish, jellied meat. These dishes contain a large amount of mucopolysaccharides, which contribute to the restoration of the cartilage tissue of the spine . This includes jellies, the solidification of which is due to the presence of gelatin.
4. Dairy products with a fat content of more than 1%. If this indicator is less than the specified level, the calcium contained in them is practically not absorbed by the human body.
5. Fresh vegetables and fruits. With the help of dietary supplements and vitamin complexes alone, it is very difficult to fully provide the body with all the necessary trace elements.
6. Fluid intake should not be less than 2 liters per day.

Particular attention should be paid to the presence of the optimal amount of protein and carbohydrates in the consumed products. Only with their balanced ratio is the recovery of CT.

Restoration of cartilage tissue of the spine with the help of drug treatment

Analyzing the question of how to restore the cartilaginous tissue of the spine , vertebrologists divide the task into several parts. In fact, you need to achieve the following:

• remove pain syndrome;
• start the XT recovery process;
• stop destructive changes in HT.

For this, different groups of drugs are used. Some of the drugs in their systemic use lead to the development of various complications. Therefore, their dosage should be calculated by the doctor.

Removal of pain syndrome

The destruction of CT leads to the appearance of constant unpleasant sensations, which are present not only during movement, but also at rest. Pain can be relieved using non-narcotic analgesics. Most often it is about NSAIDs.

Drugs of this group, with their long-term systemic use, lead to the development of negative side effects affecting the normal functioning of the cardiovascular, genitourinary and other body systems.

Therefore, vertebrologists advise using NSAIDs in the form of applications, applying drugs to the skin surface at the site of inflammation. This approach significantly reduces the risk of complications associated with the regular use of NSAIDs.

Elimination of destructive changes and restoration of CT

For this purpose, drugs of the chondroprotector group are used. Their pharmacological action is based on the replenishment of substances in the human body, the lack of which leads to the destruction of CT. We are talking about chondroitin sulfate, mucopolysaccharides. The latter are present in large quantities in beef, veal puts. In a lower concentration, they are in pork legs, drumsticks.

Chondroitin sulfate

The active substance is the main component of most chondroprotectors of domestic and foreign production. Used to eliminate degenerative changes in CT. The effect of the drugs becomes apparent after 14-21 days from the start of administration.

Release form: injection solution, capsules, tablets, ointments, gels, lyophilisate. For the treatment of the spine, drugs are used that require application to the skin and the tablet form of drugs. They are much easier to use at home. However, a higher positive dynamics in the treatment of intervertebral osteochondrosis and osteoarthritis is observed with intramuscular administration of the drug.

In this case, the dosage is 1 ml every other day. With normal tolerability of the drug, the volume of injection is increased to 4 ml. The course is up to 35 injections, but not less than 25. If necessary, after six months it can be repeated.

Contraindications for use are pregnancy, lactation, thrombophlebitis, a tendency to bleeding. Allergic reactions are very rarely recorded.

Glucosamine

Medicines containing this substance compensate for its deficiency in CT, which contributes to its recovery. The drugs are available in the form of capsules, tablets, powders for dilution with water and oral administration.

In the treatment of age-related changes, it is practically not used, since it is not compatible with NSAIDs. Recommended for the prevention of osteoarthritis, osteochondrosis. Prohibited for use during pregnancy and lactation.

The daily dosage is 1.5 g, which is drunk at a time. The course of treatment averages 6 weeks. If necessary, it can be extended. Repeated administration of drugs containing glucosamine is prescribed two months after the end of the previous course.

There are side effects in the form of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, nausea, skin rashes, pain in the abdomen. The frequency of their manifestation is rare.

Non-drug methods for restoring the cartilage tissue of the spine

This category combines methods for restoring CT of the spine with the use of traditional medicine, apparatus exposure, and physiotherapy exercises. The use of acupuncture has proven itself well.

The therapeutic effect is observed with the simultaneous appointment of traditional therapy and the enhancement of its effects by non-drug methods. When used alone, the effectiveness is minimal.

The use of therapeutic exercises, massage improves blood circulation in the spine, the overall metabolism in the body. This helps to accelerate the growth of CT when taking chondroprotectors.

It is necessary that the preparations for the restoration of the cartilaginous tissue of the spine be prescribed by a vertebrologist. Their independent purchase and use can lead to serious negative consequences. This applies to drugs and dietary supplements, which contain glucosamine. The restriction also applies to chondroitin sulfate, when it comes to a multicomponent remedy.