Our nightmare hernia
95% of hernia occurring in the spine is observed in the waist and 3-4% in the neck.
Sudden onset of neck and arm pain is complained. Numbness and tingling may be present with pain. Pain is exacerbated by neck movements, coughing and sneezing.
How does the hernia develop?
The neck of the spine consists of seven bones called the neck vertebra. Among the vertebrae are the “discs sağlayan that provide the movements of the neck. The discs reduce the load on the spine, ie the bones, thanks to the water and collagen structure it contains. At the same time, the two bones prevent the tissue from touching each other. As the age progresses or in young patients the neck is not adequately protected, the disc tissue loses its water and becomes harder. When the disc tissue carrying the body's load becomes degenerated, “neck hernia” disease begins.
Neck Hernia Symptoms
The symptoms of neck hernia vary depending on the duration and severity of the disease, rather than the hernia. The most common neck hernia symptoms are as follows; A unilateral pain that spreads to the arm, spreads to your fingertips and is accompanied by numbness. Loss of strength in the arm with pain. To drop the objects discussed. Walking difficulty and imbalance
Causes of Neck Hernia
The occurrence of neck hernia depends on many reasons. Continuous looking at the same point, keeping the neck at the same point for a long time, spending a long time in front of computer or television, exposure to cold air conditioning heat and not exercising are among the main causes of neck hernia.
Neck hernia may also occur in some people depending on the structural features. Generally, neck hernia is more common in thin, delicate and long-necked people than in short-necked people. Muscles of this type are weaker and more easily affected by environmental factors and lifestyle. If the neck is also misused, they are at a higher risk of cervical hernia. The incidence of neck hernia is much lower in people with short neck and flattened head structure.
Smoking also increases the risk of neck hernia. Especially in young people who start smoking, neck structure deteriorates in a very short time. Cases of neck hernia are seen in the first 5 years in smokers. Genetic factors also affect neck hernia. If the person has a family history of neck hernia, the risk of hernia increases. Improper working and sleeping positions pave the way for the formation of neck hernia. Sitting asleep while sitting is an important neck hernia factor. Neck pillows are required in people with this type of familiarity. Orthopedic pillows that support the neck and fill the neck cavity should be used since at least 6-8 hours spent during night's sleep. The time spent in an incorrect sleeping position increases the risk of cervical disc hernia.
Risk factors for neck hernia;
Traffic accidents, trauma, chauffeering, working in professions such as banking, wrong movements of the neck and wrong positions,
Weakness in the neck muscles,
Wrong posture, psychological stress, fatigue ...
Long-term computer use
Professional ...
Activities such as housework, sewing, embroidery, cleaning, curtain hanging and wiping are factors that increase neck pain. Therefore, the incidence of neck pain is higher in women.
Neck Hernia Treatment
Rest, stress-free life, pain medication, physical therapy and surgery is done with
In patients with neck pain, massage alleviates painful muscle spasm, improves circulation, dissolves contractures and adhesions. Treatments are performed with deep-surface heating devices and traction devices. Exercises must be done and must be taught to the patient, so that the patient can continue this treatment at home. Pre-exercise warm-up, muscle relaxant and analgesic medication help to better tolerate exercise.
Neck Hernia
Good Workouts
To avoid neck hernia, it is useful to do regular exercises that are good for neck hernia.
Isometric called hand; the center of the forehead, temple and nape of the neck in the form of pushing and each pushing up to 10 counted exercises, strengthens the neck muscles. These suggested movements should be made at least 2 or 3 times a day and become a lifestyle. The person can be protected from the risk of neck hernia by allocating 5 minutes during the day.
Besides; those who are at risk of neck hernia may consciously and regularly swim to reduce this risk. Swimming is an important factor that prevents the deterioration of the neck structure. Persons working at a desk should use chairs with back and lumbar support. As far as possible, air conditioners should be avoided and computers should be operated at eye level.
Neck Health Considerations
The person, object or object should be turned from the front so that the head-neck and body are on the same plane.
Avoid staying in the same position for a long time. Sitting and standing time should not exceed 45 minutes. It should not be neglected to change positions every 45 minutes.
It is preferable to lie on your side instead of lying on your face. It is important to use orthopedic pillows. Pillows made of materials such as feather fibers are not suitable for neck health.
Bending the neck forward forward during reading is not suitable for neck health. Long-term reading should not be done by bending the neck, but by adjusting the height of the book at an appropriate level and reading with eye movements should be done. It is useful to use angled book supports.
Especially when using a computer, the screen should be at eye level and the screen should be oriented with the body.
The neck should be protected from wind, cold and air conditioning currents that hit the neck directly. Care should be taken not to remain wet after bathing and swimming.
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