The role of physical therapy in the rehabilitation of patients with spinal diseases.

The increase in the level of civilization of society leads to a decrease in physical activity of a person. This affects the state of the musculoskeletal system (ODE) of a person. Due to inactivity, the functional capabilities of the ODE are reduced, and a wide variety of diseases develop.

One of the most effective methods of treating ODE diseases is physical therapy.Physical therapy classes are simple, accessible to people of any age, do not require a lot of time and can usually be performed at home.

After consultation and examination of a specialist, patients are assigned a set of exercises that is created in accordance with the age of the patient, the type and characteristics of the course of the disease, the level of general physical fitness and a number of other factors. The first lesson is recommended to be conducted under the supervision of a physical therapy instructor.Exercises are performed at least 3 times a week, and to achieve the best result, you need to practice every day.

For example, exercise therapy in dorsopathy is aimed at strengthening the muscles of the buttocks, abdomen and back. The program provides both static and dynamic exercises, supplemented by exercises for stretching the muscles. The complex of physical therapy ensures the preservation of a sufficiently intense motor mode without loading the spine.

The use of methods of physical therapy for the treatment of diseases of the spine allows you to:

• With the help of special exercises, reduce or eliminate the pain syndrome. In the acute period of the disease, the set of exercises is limited.
• Restore the motor functions of the body.
• Prevent the development of degenerative-dystrophic processes in the spine or stop the progression of existing ones.
• Form a "muscle corset". The harmonious development of all muscle groups that are adjacent to the spine is a necessary condition for such diseases.
• Strengthen the metabolic processes of the musculoskeletal system, blood supply to the muscles, and nutrition of cartilage tissue.
• Improve the elasticity of the capsule-ligamentous apparatus.
• Increase physical performance and improve the psychoemotional state.

For maximum results, exercise regularly, gradually increasing the load. Actively introduce outdoor walking and cycling.

Head of the Department of physical therapy and massage
GUZ " Regional medical and Physical culture dispensary»
Arakelyan Victoria Vartanovna.