Arthrosis of the shoulder joint (another name - omarthrosis) is a disease characterized by damage to the joints in this area. The damaged joint is gradually destroyed, conveying to the patient not only pain, but also significantly restricting the movement of the hand as a whole.
Doctors recommend treating the early stages of the disease at home, the intake of large amounts of drugs has adverse effects on the body, while folk remedies show excellent results without causing side effects. This is about home methods to combat disease that will be discussed further.
The cause of the disease
In most cases, the elderly suffer from osteoarthritis. According to statistics, about 10% of people under 65 suffer from the disease; in patients older than 75 years, the incidence of arthrosis is about 90%. Such aspects are related to age -related changes in tissues, cartilage, joint wear.
Doctors identify several possible causes of shoulder arthrosis:
- genetic factor. Scientists tend to believe that some people who have relatives with arthrosis of the shoulder joint are prone to similar diseases many times more than people who do not have such family ties;
- autoimmune diseases. The body's defense is a complex system, the failure of its work leads to the destruction of its own cells, including joints;
- excessive physical activity. The disease often occurs as a result of professional sports activities;
- various injuries. Even minor damage over time can result in catastrophe;
- circulatory disorders. Lack of nutrients adversely affects joint function;
- old age. Older people more often than others suffer from diseases of the musculoskeletal system. This is due to the process of physiological aging, thinning of the joints.
Important!Whatever the reason for the appearance of arthrosis of the shoulder joint, immediately solve the problem. Neglected cases unfavorable conservative methods, surgical intervention is required.
Characteristic signs and symptoms
The development of symptoms of the disease can take years or even decades, but eventually arthrosis of the shoulder joint causes an inability to move the arm and severe pain.
The clinical picture of arthrosis of the shoulder joint appears gradually. The course of the disease is long, at the beginning of its development, the patient may not feel anything, or the symptoms are successfully disguised as moderate fatigue.
If you notice any of the symptoms mentioned below, see a doctor, immediately resolve the problem.
Arthrosis of the shoulder joint is most often indicated by the following signs:
- sick. Usually it is dull, attacks are felt at night or after physical exercise. Sometimes pain syndrome manifests itself during sudden changes in weather conditions;
- special features. It is associated with salt deposition on diseased joints. At first, his voice was calm, as time went on it became clear, accompanied by pain;
- difficulty with motor function. It is difficult for the patient to cope with daily tasks, over time it becomes more difficult to move the shoulder;
- swollen. It is the result of an inflammatory process, the beginning of the course of arthrosis. There is also hardening of the joints, a slight redness of the skin around it.
Methods of treatment at home
How and how to treat arthrosis of the shoulder joint? The early stages of the disease can be tolerated by home therapy. Before this, be sure to consult an experienced specialist, follow his recommendations. You can freely use special methods used as adjunctive therapy for drug treatment, physiotherapy.
There are many different techniques that quickly overcome pain syndrome, speed up the healing process, and restore mobility in diseased joints. The selected home therapy course is selected individually by an experienced specialist. Doctors do not recommend making such a decision on your own.
Gymnastics
Special exercises are intended to train the muscles, restoring the motor activity of the injured shoulder. All manipulations are performed after consultation with a doctor. To get the desired results, follow the special rules:
- austerity regime is a prerequisite;
- exercise regularly. Just 10 minutes a day spent on gymnastics will pay off;
- during exercise, relax the muscles as much as possible, this aspect will prevent injuries and micro damage to the joints;
- low frequency of movement will give fast results without injury;
- amplitude oscillation - small (for safety reasons);
- gradually increase the load;
- pain is an alarming signal. It is forbidden to take painkillers for gymnastics. Take care of good joint pain, don’t burden it;
- do all the manipulations in front of the mirror. Thus, you can control the desired shoulder lift without exceeding the specified limits;
- almost all exercises are performed in a sitting or lying position. An excellent option is water gymnastics, therefore, the load is removed from a sore joint, the exercise is very beneficial.
All of the above suggestions help to perform exercises and exercises properly for the treatment of arthrosis of the shoulder joint, preventing re -injury to the diseased area. Regular exercise will facilitate movement, return to a normal lifestyle.
Budget training scheme (specific training should be discussed with your doctor):
- sit on the couch, descend gradually and shrug, the amplitude should not exceed 2 centimeters. Do not try to move the sore shoulder only, there is a high possibility of damage, do all exercises symmetrically;
- sit on a flat surface, place the palms lightly on the knees, begin to slowly swing the shoulders back and forth. Make sure the work is done with shoulder blades and shoulder joints, it is not recommended to move your hands too much;
- slowly rotate your shoulders clockwise and counterclockwise for two minutes, the distance of movement should not exceed two centimeters;
- sit on a chair, place your palms on your knees. Start moving backwards, slowly bending the elbows, while you can’t release the palms from the knees. Repeat the exercise 20 times, starting with 10 repetitions;
- place your palms on the back of your head, cross your arms. Bring and spread your elbows smoothly, manipulate until the pain is borne, strictly forbidden to overflow yourself;
- place your feet shoulder -width apart, lift a little weight on your hands with joint pain (a bottle of water or a dumbbell weighing 0, 5 kg will do). Bend forward slightly, start swinging the weight with your hands, if the sensation is acceptable, then make a circular motion, developing the aching joint.
The above exercises are simple, do not require special physical training, and can be performed by patients of all ages. If there is a manipulation that brings unbearable pain, stop gymnastics, see a doctor, perhaps the condition is ignored until conservative methods do not give the desired effect.
Folk remedies and recipes
Traditional medicine for the treatment of arthrosis of the shoulder joint, which has long been used by healers, can still be used today, but only in addition to the treatment prescribed by a doctor.
Natural remedies sometimes provide better analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects than conventional medicines.
But it is impossible to refuse medication completely, the orthopedist will tell you the basic rules for using folk remedies.
A wide selection of recipes will allow you to choose the appropriate medicinal products for the treatment of arthrosis with folk remedies:
- high efficiency is shown by propolis -based ointments. Take 50 grams of lard, add three grams of propolis. Mix the finished mass, use it as a treatment and prevention (immediately after serious physical exercise);
- the presence of allergies to bee products forces patients with arthrosis of the shoulder joint to use ointments based on medicinal ingredients, for example, sweet clover, St. John's wort. John's wort. Take 50 grams of petroleum jelly as a base, add 10 grams of each herbal component. Lubricate the affected area with medication received daily before bedtime, the duration of therapy is determined by the attending physician;
- oat compresses. It has long been used to treat joint diseases with varying degrees of severity. Boil 30 grams of flakes in 400 ml of water, spread the cooled mass evenly on the sore spot, first put on a clean gauze. The duration of the procedure is 40 minutes, then the compress is removed, the shoulder is washed with warm water;
- Excellent results are shown by rubbing with alcohol. Take 50 grams of dried elecampane root, pour 125 ml of vodka. Rub the resulting tingtur onto the damaged shoulder area up to five times a day. In addition to the analgesic effect, this drug improves blood circulation, restores the supply of nutrients to the correct level, which initiates the process of regeneration in the joints;
- cabbage juice. Cabbage has long overcome joint pain, put vegetable leaves on the aching joints, beat first a little with a kitchen hammer until the healing juices are released. Useful compresses are performed at night, the usual procedure can relieve severe pain, relieving the condition in further cases.
Massotherapy
Self -massage increases blood flow, restoring motor function of the affected shoulder. Light beatings, kneading, shaking are allowed. Strong movements are excluded, feel for yourself the sequence between useful and harmful massages. The best option is initial training with an experienced specialist. At an advanced level, such techniques are prohibited, incorrect movements can cause irreparable damage to the health of the patient.
Special diet and nutrition rules
Nutrition plays an important role in strengthening the joints, initiating the regrowth of cartilage tissue. Rely on fresh vegetables, fruits, lean meats, legumes, fish. Eliminate the intake of fatty foods, salty foods, fast foods and carbonated beverages into the body. Giving up semi -finished products, these products contain a lot of fat that negatively affects a person’s general condition.
Eating the right foods helps to lose weight, which reduces the load on the musculoskeletal system. An important role is played by the use of fermented milk products, the active ingredients in which pat the bones with minerals and vitamins, strengthen the joints of patients. Proper nutrition has a beneficial effect on the work of all human organs and systems.
Osteoarthritis most often occurs against the background of age -related changes in the shoulder joint. It is impossible to stop the aging process, but it is very possible to slow it down. Moderate physical activity, proper nutrition, regular checkups by a therapist or orthopedist will reduce the chances of arthrosis or delay its appearance for some time.
Avoid injury, exercise gently, watch your feelings. Any unpleasant symptoms are a signal to go to the doctor. Diseases detected in a timely manner respond well to treatment, it is possible to preserve the joints, which provide painless shoulder movements. Take care of your health, take care of the musculoskeletal system.