Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis with folk remedies is widely used. It should be borne in mind that the most effective is the combination of folk recipes with traditional drug therapy. In this case, it is possible to quickly eliminate the unpleasant symptoms of the disease and alleviate the patient's condition.
Traditional medicine in the fight against osteochondrosis
Alternative treatment methods are used for back pain, neck discomfort.
Folk remedies for cervical osteochondrosis help relieve pain and eliminate other unpleasant manifestations of this disease. To achieve maximum effect, all precautions should be followed, this will help to avoid negative consequences.
Indications
Alternative treatment for osteochondrosis is indicated in cases where the disease is accompanied by the following symptoms:
- back pain, especially under the scapula;
- dizziness and headache;
- increased fatigue, appearance of weakness;
- numbness of the limbs;
- nasal congestion;
- swelling in the facial area;
- venous outflow disorders;
- the appearance of a cracking sound when turning the head;
- a feeling of stiffness in the neck.
Treatment of cervical osteochondrosis with folk remedies is aimed at eliminating all of the above symptoms of the disease.
Treatment with alternative methods is allowed only in the absence of contraindications. Therefore, before starting treatment, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
Contraindications
Folk remedies for cervical osteochondrosis do not have general contraindications. Each recipe individually has its own restrictions which must be observed.
The most common components of drugs for osteochondrosis and contraindications to their use:
- walnuts, hazelnuts - are prohibited in case of cerebral vasoconstriction;
- wormwood, St. John's Wort - are poisonous herbs, therefore prohibited for pregnant women. When used, they require strict adherence to dosages;
- nettle - contraindicated in case of increased blood clotting;
- oregano - prohibited during pregnancy, because it has an abortive property;
- algae - prohibited for tuberculosis.
- yarrow - contraindicated for severe headaches.
This list is not exhaustive, as traditional medicine uses many medicinal plants and various natural ingredients. An absolute contraindication is individual intolerance to the substances that make up a particular drug.
Precautionary measures
Not all types of herbs have a beneficial effect on eliminating the symptoms of the disease.
It is necessary to carefully select herbs in the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis. It is not recommended to pick the herbs yourself, as many of them are poisonous. It is better to buy ready-made fresh from pharmacy chains or trusted stores.
It is recommended to start treatment with small doses, this will help to check for the presence of allergic reactions and reduce their severity. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients, you should urgently stop the treatment.
If the treatment with a folk remedy causes pain or discomfort, you should stop using the drug. After that, it is recommended to consult a doctor, a specialist will help you choose safe methods of treatment.
What folk remedies help with osteochondrosis?
Many people are interested in how to treat cervical osteochondrosis with folk remedies. For this there are many recipes that are suitable not only for local use, but also for internal use. Cervical osteochondrosis is treated with compresses, rubs, bee venom, wraps, and even medical fasting.
For the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis, bee venom is used, it provides anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect.
Compresses
A compress on the neck for osteochondrosis is one of the most common traditional medicines for the treatment of this disease. The following recipes are the most effective:
- Aloe and honey compress. Natural honey is required. You need to apply it on a plastic wrap, then squeeze the juice from the leaves of a young aloe on it. The two components should be in equal proportions. Place the compress on the back of your neck. It is recommended to take a hot bath beforehand to increase the efficiency. The compress should be further insulated with a cloth and left overnight. Treatment of osteochondrosis with honey is popular, because this remedy helps to quickly relieve the patient's condition.
- Compress of burdock leaves. Take a large leaf from a young burdock, crush it lightly, and if possible, let the juice come out. Place it over the cervix area, reinforcing it with plastic wrap or a medical bandage. The compress is removed after all the juice has come out of the leaf.
- Ginger compress. Ginger root should be finely chopped, chopped with a blender. Apply the resulting oatmeal to a medical bandage, then place it on the back of the neck. It is recommended to put a piece of plastic wrap on top, as this will create additional heat. Keep the compress for 30 to 40 minutes.
The compress rarely causes side effects, because this folk remedy does not work systemically, but locally. If allergic reactions occur, treatment should be discontinued.
Ointments
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine with folk remedies is often carried out with the help of ointments. These ointments can be not only in the pharmacy, but also independently prepared. The following recipes are the most used:
- Flour, 6% vinegar, butter, egg. You will need half a packet of butter and 2 tablespoons of flour, mix the two components well. Add 1 beaten egg and a tablespoon of vinegar. The mixture should be smooth. After that, insist in a dark place for 2 weeks. Rub in the neck area 1 to 2 times a day.
- Garlic, ghee, ginger. Mix the ginger powder with the oil in a ratio of 1: 1. Start a small fire. Once the mixture has cooled, add the garlic porridge. Apply the resulting mixture 3 times a day, it will help to remove the pain.
For best results, it is recommended to combine ointments with compresses at night.
Friction
You can treat osteochondrosis of the cervical spine with the following rubs:
- Radish, honey, salt, vodka. Grind a whole radish, combine it with half a glass of natural honey. Add half a glass of vodka, 2 teaspoons of table salt, mix everything well. Insist for a week. Then daily rub the area of the cervical spine with the resulting tincture.
- Iodine, camphor alcohol, analgin tablets. Designed to relieve severe pain from cervical osteochondrosis. Mix 300 ml of ethyl alcohol with 10 ml of iodine and 10 ml of camphor alcohol, dissolve 10 tablets of analgin in the mixture obtained. Rub your neck if you feel severe pain.
- Fir oil is often used for grinding, as it has warming properties.
Frequent use of alcohol-based rubbers is not recommended, as they can cause burns if misused.
Mud and paraffin wraps
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine can be carried out with healing mud and paraffin. Mud has medicinal properties, so it is widely used in the treatment of many diseases. Medicinal mud should be purchased at the pharmacy, as well as medical paraffin.
The sludge and paraffin are heated separately in a water bath and then mixed. The ratio is 1: 1, the mixture should be homogeneous. The mass should be applied to the back of the neck, the thickness of the layer should be about 1 cm. Cover the compress with a towel or foil. Keep it on for 30-40 minutes.
This procedure improves blood circulation and reduces pain. Due to its high effectiveness, it is often used in the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis.
famine
It is forbidden to use the fasting method for patients with intestinal problems.
The treatment of cervical osteochondrosis by fasting aims to achieve the following goals:
- elimination of puffiness;
- improvement of motor function of the cervical spine;
- reduction of pain syndrome;
- improve digestion;
- elimination of muscle and joint tension.
To achieve this result, fasting must be performed correctly. At the initial stage, fasting should not exceed 2 days. This process does not involve a complete rejection of the food. The patient is advised to consume liquid soups and broths, as well as to drink plenty of clean water and other liquids. Dry fasting for osteochondrosis of the neck is not practiced.
Fasting is contraindicated for people with severe disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as for pregnant and lactating women.
Prolonged fasting can only be done after passing all necessary laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
Treatment on an empty stomach should only be carried out after consulting a doctor, as this technique has a number of limitations. Its improper conduct can not only worsen the course of cervical osteochondrosis, but also contribute to the development of concomitant diseases.
Bee venom treatment
One of the best popular methods is the treatment of cervical osteochondrosis with bee stings. The composition of bee venom contains the hormone melittin, which has a strong anti-inflammatory effect; it helps to eliminate pain and discomfort.
The apamine contained in bee venom has a warming effect. As a result, the blood circulation process improves and the motor function of the cervical spine is restored.
Treatment with bee venom is contraindicated for people with a tendency to allergic reactions, as it is a fairly strong allergen. To avoid negative consequences, it is necessary to consult a specialist before starting treatment. The so-called test session makes it possible to understand if a person is allergic to bee venom. To do this, you need to pass a urine and blood test the day after the first bite.
Treatment with bee stings is also contraindicated in the following cases:
- period of pregnancy and lactation;
- oncological processes;
- chronic diseases in the acute stage;
- tuberculosis;
- blood clotting disorders;
- renal, hepatic or heart failure.
Processing is carried out according to a special scheme. Bee stings are performed in the area of the inflamed nerve or in biologically active points. The whole process is supervised by a qualified specialist, so the procedure is considered relatively safe.
Results of treatment
For the treatment of osteochondrosis, it is necessary to use traditional methods of treatment in combination with drugs.
Treatment of osteochondrosis of the cervical spine with folk remedies does not show its effectiveness immediately. To get a result, the therapy must be long term.
It should be borne in mind that folk remedies cannot replace drug therapy. They can only be used as a supplement.
With a competent combination of drugs and folk medicine, it is much faster to get rid of pain and discomfort, as well as improve blood circulation in the cervical spine. It helps restore motor function and relieve muscle and joint tension.