One of the reasons why degenerative-dystrophic changes in the condyles of the shoulder are detected on ultrasound or X-ray is the aging process. Changes begin due to arthrosis (primary or secondary). The risk group includes patients aged 40-60 years.
Also, the cause may be epicondylitis. This disease develops with chronic overstrain of muscles due to the peculiarities of labor activity. Epicondylitis can be of two types:
- external (damage to the muscles extending the fingers, elbow and hand, turning the hand and forearm outward);
- internal (damage to the muscles responsible for bending and turning inward).
The symptoms of the disease are spontaneous and chronic pain, unpleasant sensations when loading the elbow joint and forearm, loss of muscle strength by the hand. The difference between epicondylitis and arthritis and arthrosis is that pain occurs only with active movements. If the doctor moves the patient's hand without his participation, there are no pain manifestations.
Drug therapy includes non-steroidal anti-inflammatory ointments and gels, injections of corticosteroid drugs and vitamins of group B. If a problem occurs, sanatorium treatment is recommended. The AMAKS resort chain offers qualified assistance and comfortable living conditions. The course includes a large number of physiotherapy procedures:
- applications;
- electrophoresis;
- shock wave extracorporeal therapy;
- magnetic therapy;
- cryotherapy;
- physical therapy, etc.
Compliance with the work and rest regime, a set of procedures and a well-chosen menu can guarantee a stable remission of the disease.
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