40 neck, 50 paralysis, 60 pain,

When it comes to shoulder and neck problems, many people think that it is not a big problem at all. If you have sore shoulders and a stiff neck, just move around and massage it. In fact, shoulder and neck problems themselves are a type of modern civilization disease that threatens human health, and it is also one of the main causes of many diseases.

The shoulder and neck are located between the head, chest and upper limbs. They are the smallest segment of the spine, but they are the most flexible, have the highest frequency of activity, and bear the most weight. Problems with the shoulder and neck can cause a series of hazards:

1. Memory loss, a hidden danger of Alzheimer's disease.

The shoulders and neck protect a central nervous system called "nerve conduction", which is also the only pathway for nutrient delivery and toxin elimination in the brain. When there is a problem with this pathway, it will affect a person's memory and even lead to the occurrence of Alzheimer's disease.

2. Bone hyperplasia.

If the growth compresses the spinal nerves, in the early stages the fingers will become numb, the limbs will become sluggish, and walking will feel like walking on cotton. In severe cases, it can cause paralysis or even death. If the arteries are squeezed, blood cannot be delivered to the brain, and complete flattening of the blood vessels can cause vascular blockage, fainting, stroke, or even death.

3. Compression of nerve roots.

Symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, decreased vision, and tinnitus may occur.

4. Severe cases may lead to paralysis

When shoulder and neck diseases worsen, some people may often faint. When the median nerve is compressed, paraplegia may occur, affecting the patient's ability to take care of themselves.

The main cause of shoulder and neck pain is an unhealthy lifestyle. Do you have these unhealthy lifestyles?

1. Working at a desk for a long time without paying attention to your sitting posture.

After working for a long time, the muscles in the neck, shoulders and waist are always in a tense and rigid state, which makes them prone to stiffness and strain, leading to the occurrence of shoulder and neck diseases.

2. Use a car to travel.

People who drive frequently know that holding the steering wheel with both hands is not an easy task. When a person maintains the same action for too long, the blood circulation is blocked, which will cause muscle fatigue. Over time, it will cause strain on the tendons and ligaments, which are unable to support the bones they wrap, causing changes in the stability of the spine.

3. Playing mahjong for too long.

Mahjong, as a recreational activity, is very popular among the people. However, a game of Mahjong can last at least 4 or 5 hours, or even all night long. When the game is over, everyone will feel a stiff neck and sore shoulders and neck.

4. Sleep with a high pillow.

There is an old saying that goes "sleep high and you'll have no worries." This saying is really harmful. Sleeping with a high pillow is a very unhealthy way of sleeping. Not only can the muscles not be relaxed and repaired during sleep, but it will aggravate the strain on the shoulders and neck.

5. Chatting or playing games online for a long time.

Some people also like to lie in bed playing computer games and chatting. This seemingly "fashionable" lifestyle habit is actually very dangerous. Experts explain: "Sitting on the bed to work or study will cause the four curvatures of the neck, chest, waist and sacrum to not conform to the optimal physiological curvature of the human spine. Such a long-term forced forward bending posture can easily lead to spinal degenerative diseases, such as cervical spondylosis and lumbar disc herniation."

6. Sleeping with wet hair.

Many people have the habit of taking a shower before going to bed at night, and go to bed before their hair is completely dry, which leads to the invasion of dampness. Some people use air conditioning all night, which causes cold to attack the brain. This is also one of the sources of shoulder and neck diseases.

There is an old saying that goes, "At 40, your neck is damaged, at 50, you are paralyzed, and at 60, you are at the gates of hell." This means that if you often experience neck discomfort in your 40s or 50s, you should pay attention, because the possibility of paralysis is extremely high, and it may even be life-threatening.

Among people aged 40 to 50 in my country, more than 70% have suffered from or are currently suffering from shoulder and neck pain, and the incidence rate is increasing year by year.

The most important thing about cervical spondylosis is prevention and health care! Do more exercise and massage. Here are some massage techniques that are more effective.

Push

Use fingers, palms, elbows, etc. to exert force

The linear motion in one direction at a certain position is called pushing method. During operation, fingers, palms, elbows, etc. should be close to the body surface, move slowly, and use even and penetrating force.

Function: It has the functions of eliminating accumulation and relieving stagnation, relieving spasms and pain, eliminating blood stasis and dispersing nodules, and unblocking the meridians and tendons. It can increase muscle excitability and promote blood circulation.

Method

Using the thumb and index and middle fingers or the thumb and the other four fingers to apply relative force to pinch and loosen certain parts and acupoints is called Na Fa. The force should be from light to heavy, continuous and rhythmic, gentle and coherent. The contact point should be on the fingertips rather than the fingertips, and the wrist should be relaxed.

Effect: The holding method has strong stimulation and is often used in combination with other techniques on the neck, shoulders, limbs and other parts. It has the effects of dispelling wind and cold, relaxing muscles and tendons, relieving spasms, eliminating muscle soreness and mental fatigue, and is widely used in cervical massage.

According to the law

Pressing the body surface with fingers, palms, elbows, etc. is called pressing. The force should be applied from light to heavy, steady and continuous, vertically downward, and no violence should be used. The fulcrum should be fixed.

Effect: Pressing is a strong stimulating technique that has the effects of calming, relieving pain, opening blockages, and relaxing muscles. Finger pressing is applicable to acupoints all over the body; palm pressing is often used on the waist, back and lower limbs; elbow pressing has the greatest pressure and is mostly used on the waist, back, buttocks and thighs.