Muscle twitches are sometimes a concern for patients, especially when they are severe and persistent or occur very frequently. Specialists say that with these types of problems it is important to see a doctor to rule out mineral and vitamin deficiencies or metabolic abnormalities in certain diseases.
Treatment of medial meniscus damage in the knee joint
Glazkov Yuri K. Senior Medical Officer
Stability, strength, shock absorption and a sufficiently large range of motion of the knee are provided by the cartilage in the gap between the condyles of the femur and the recesses of the tibia. These are paired. There are two meniscal cartilages - the lateral (lateral) and medial (medial) meniscus. These cartilages are characterized by their crescent shape. The wide part is called the shank. The narrower parts point forwards and backwards. These are called front and back horns.
The inner cartilage is fixed more rigidly by ligaments and is therefore more likely to be affected. Impairment is caused by several primary mechanisms, including a pronounced contusion, falling onto a flexed limb (cartilage is particularly damaged when falling onto a hard surface with a sharp edge - a step, a curb) and rollover (rotation of the shin with attached thigh or vice versa). The injury is usually in the posterior horn, as this is the weakest part of the horn.
causes
Internal cartilage degeneration of the knee is a polyetiological process that can be caused by several damaging factors:
- A trauma that leads to the realization of several pathogenetic mechanisms of change in the cartilage structures. It usually occurs in relatively young people and in athletes, both professionals and amateurs.
- Acquired reduction in cartilage strength observed in the elderly due to the development of degenerative changes resulting from impaired tissue nutrition (trophism).
- Inherited alteration of cartilage characteristics as a result of a functional gene disorder, with alterations in integrity likely to occur in children who engage in low-intensity physical activity for their age (walking, running, squatting).
- Inflammation that develops over a relatively long period of time (several years) and partially affects the cartilage. It usually occurs in connection with a chronic infection or an autoimmune disease in which antibodies are produced against the body's own tissues.
Knowing the cause of the pathological condition is crucial for appropriate etiotropic treatment to eliminate the effects and avoid similar injuries in the future.
Muscle twitches: the role of drugs, vitamins and diseases
The most common and distressing muscle twitches affect the area of the eyelids. They are often referred to by the collective term 'nervous tic', although the nervous system and stress are not always the cause. The uncontrolled twitching of the eyelids can be accompanied by pulsating calf, back, neck and shoulder muscles. These rapid, involuntary muscle contractions can occur at any time - and are annoying for those affected. Fortunately, in most cases they are not dangerous and are not a sign of illness. In rare cases, the constant twitching is a sign of significant stress on the body or a medical problem, a metabolic disorder.
Some causes of muscle cramps are:
- Excessive exertion and stress (physical or emotional);
- anxiety states;
- dehydration due to insufficient fluid intake or exercise, infections;
- Lack of sleep;
- Excessive consumption of caffeine, nicotine or alcohol, use of psychostimulants;
- Certain medications, e.g. B. diuretics or antidepressants;
- Nutritional deficiencies – e.g. B. Calcium, magnesium or vitamin D deficiency.
- spinal cord injuries;
- metabolic disorders, e.g. B. kidney or liver disease;
- Other damage to the nervous system, e.g. B. amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (or ALS).
stress and overexertion
The most common reason for muscle twitching is excessive exertion and constant stress. For example, a person may experience muscle twitching in the legs, arms, or other body parts after physical exertion during intense exercise. Another common cause can be stress or anxiety. Some people notice that their eyelids twitch asymmetrically. Psychological stress - exams, public appearances, worries, arguments - is of particular importance. The nervous system is overstimulated with impairment of muscle tone and the ability to contract.
steps of treatment
Step-by-step procedure for massaging the lower limbs:
1. The patient lies prone or supine. Lying supine, he/she is placed on a roller below the knees, lying supine below the ankles.
2. A medium oil or cream is applied to the skin of the person to be massaged. 3.
3. The massage begins with light stroking movements to relieve muscle tension. The deletions are made from top to bottom.
(4) This is followed by rubbing with hands. As the muscles warm up, the superficial and light stroking movements gradually become more intense and deeper.
(5) Palm rubbing is followed by kneading. The skin is grasped so that a fold forms with the surrounding muscles.
(6) The next technique involves pressing and pushing with the heel of your hand, alternating twisting motions.
(7) These techniques are applied to all parts of the body. The foot area is kneaded in a circular, spiral motion.
8. Kneading and twisting are interspersed with vibration techniques. These begin with a knock on the edge of the hand. This is followed by a hugging vibration, in which low-amplitude vibrations are transmitted to the tissue being held.
9 The session ends with light strokes, starting from the toes and working up towards the thighs.
indications
The choice of massage techniques depends on the state of health of the body, which may include the following, among others
– Rehabilitation after injuries and in the postoperative period;
– correction of flat feet;
– paralysis and restricted mobility after a stroke;
– joint diseases – arthritis and arthrosis;
– Osteochondrosis of the lumbosacral spine complicated by sciatica and inflammation of the sciatic nerve;
– Excessive physical exertion;
– Excessive stress on the nerves;
– mobility disorders in the legs;
- cellulite;
– Obesity and metabolic disorders.
side effects.
In clinical trials, the following symptoms have been observed in some patients:
In order to increase the effectiveness of the treatment, some precautions must be observed.
1 Avoid disregarding the doctor's instructions, as unauthorized dose increases can lead to increased side effects.
2 Avoid contact with the mucous membranes of the eye.
3 Keep out of the reach of children.
Interactions with other medicines.
No adverse effects from other drugs have been reported. However, when used simultaneously with other drugs, they should be used alternately at regular intervals to avoid mixing.
Miconazole has an additional antimicrobial effect, is available in 4 different forms and is effective against a smaller number of fungal strains. With regular use, the active ingredient accumulates in the liver and is difficult to excrete naturally.
Contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women.
This material was created specifically for the site mazikrem.ru and edited by clinical pharmacologist Nedelko KV.
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