The self-management of patients with direct spina is important for controlling the condition, maintaining function and improving the quality of life.
First, position management. Maintaining the right position is key, and standing should be as strong as possible, avoiding bending on the back. When you are sitting, you have to select a seat that is highly appropriate and has a good waist support, so that the spinal column is kept straight and does not paraplegic for long periods. When sleeping, a hard-bed bed is chosen, with an on-side bedding to avoid a high pillow, with thin towel rolls on the neck and under the waist, to maintain the physiocurity of the spine and to prevent further spinal malformations. For example, many patients are less rigid in the morning when they insist on hard mattresses and good sleep.
Physical exercise plays an important role in self-management. The patient has to undergo a regular process of rehabilitation, swimming is an excellent way of moving, and the floating power of the water reduces the burden on the spinal column and joints, while the body muscles are trained and their strength is enhanced, helping to maintain the stability of the spine. Some stretching actions in yoga, such as cat-cow, canine, etc., can effectively increase spinal flexibility. In addition, a simple stretching of the spine, such as the extension of the spinal column up as far as possible when standing, or the raising of the upper part of the body with the knees on the knees when placing themselves, would be beneficial. However, the exercise should be moderate and avoid overwork and intense exercise leading to joint damage.
Pain management is also a link that cannot be ignored. When pain occurs, the patient can be relieved by heat dressing, such as using hot water bags or hot towels in the pain area for 15 – 20 minutes each, which promotes local blood circulation and reduces pain and muscle spasm. If the pain is severe, the reasonable use of painkillers, under the direction of a doctor, must not reduce the dose or abuse.
Dietary management is equally important. Patients should maintain a balanced diet and take more calcium-rich, vitamin D-rich foods, such as milk, beans, fish shrimp, etc., to help maintain bone health. At the same time, more vegetables and fruits are being eaten to ensure adequate nutrition and to increase the body ‘ s immunity. Avoid overdrinking and smoking, which can exacerbate inflammation and affect conditions.
Psychological adjustment cannot be less. Proximate spinal disease is long and can lead to limited physical functioning, with patients prone to anxiety, depression, etc. Patients need to actively adapt their mentalities and can encourage and support one another by communicating with their patients and participating in patient associations. It can also foster interests, such as painting, calligraphy, and so forth, to divert attention and to maintain an optimistic attitude to life, which can contribute positively to increased dependence and disease control.
In general, people with direct spina syndrome can improve their quality of life through self-management in positions, sports, pain, diet and psychology.
