How to deal with vegetative-vascular dystonia

common pathological condition. It is diagnosed in more than half of the population, mainly in adolescents and women. Although dystonia does not represent an immediate danger to life, it disrupts the normal functioning of the body. How to deal with VVD in various ways?

The essence of vegetative-vascular dystonia is the formation of a persistent imbalance in the work of the sympathetic and. VSD occurs not as an independent disease, but as a symptom complex that accompanies somatic and psychological pathology.

Dystonia has a chronic course. It remains even after the elimination of the underlying disease. There is a state with periods of remissions and exacerbations. In remission, a person feels certain symptoms, but his ability to work and his usual way of life are not violated. With an exacerbation, which is of a short-term nature, all manifestations intensify and this leads to a violation of the rhythm of life.

Drug therapy

There is no single drug for vegetative dystonia. There is no etiotropic treatment because this is not a typical disease with a specific cause. Dystonia is a pathological condition that can present with various symptoms. All drug therapy is aimed at eliminating these symptoms. Therefore, not one drug is used, but several, from different groups.

Pathology is accompanied by neurological disorders, discomfort in the region of the heart, numbness and coldness of the extremities, and dyspeptic symptoms. What remedies are needed to correct all these symptoms?

Antidepressants and tranquilizers

The drugs of these groups are aimed at correcting the psychological state. Patients with VSD, especially adolescents and overly emotional women, often have depressive thoughts. So that they do not turn into suicidal, it is necessary to prescribe drugs of these groups.

1. Afobazole is a drug with an anxiolytic effect. It does not cause drowsiness, therefore it is considered a daytime tranquilizer. Indicated for the symptomatic treatment of vegetative dystonia. Eliminates anxiety, normalizes sleep. Improves cognitive abilities. Due to the suppression of anxiety, the spasm of internal organs and blood vessels decreases. This contributes to the weakening of somatic manifestations.
2. Grandaxin is a drug that is also a daytime tranquilizer. Regulates the work of the autonomic nervous system, without having a hypnotic effect. Shown for .
3. Adaptol is a strong anxiolytic. Provides a reduction in anxiety, eliminates a depressive mood. It does not have a hypnotic effect, but it is able to normalize the physiological rhythm of sleep.

Stimulants

These drugs increase vitality, improve mood. Maintain performance, both mental and physical.

1. Ginseng tincture is a natural remedy for stimulating the nervous system. Improves mental and physical performance. Its use is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of VVD in both adults and children from 12 years of age. For the prevention of insomnia, the drug is taken in the morning.
2. Eleutherococcus tincture is a plant adaptogen. Stimulates the activity of the nervous system. Helps to reduce fatigue, increases mental abilities. It is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of VVD in adults and children from 12 years of age.
3. Stimol is a stimulant of synthetic origin based on citrulline. This is an amino acid that helps to increase the adaptive properties of the body. Approved for use from the age of five.

vitamins

Vitamin-mineral complexes are necessary to maintain energy, improve the functioning of the nervous system, and adapt the body to the environment.

1. Doppelgerz Ginseng is a vitamin and mineral complex containing all the necessary components to fight dystonia. In addition to the main vitamins and minerals, the preparation contains ginseng extract, which has stimulating properties. Indicated for course admission with dystonia.
2. Doppelgerz Magnesium + Potassium is a vitamin containing magnesium and potassium. These trace elements are necessary for the full functioning of the heart muscle. Improve the well-being of a person with VVD. With prolonged use, the severity of discomfort in the region of the heart is reduced.
3. Vitalotonic is a vitamin preparation in the form of a solution. Contains five herbal extracts. Supports the work of cardiac activity, has a sedative effect. Relieves spasms of smooth muscles, including the digestive tract. Increases physical performance. Indicated for the symptomatic treatment of VVD in adults.

Means for microcirculation

With vegetative-vascular dystonia, there is a spasm of capillaries in the periphery. As a result, a person feels chilliness in the limbs, blanching and numbness of the fingers. To eliminate this symptom, drugs are used to improve microcirculation.

• Pentoxifylline is a drug to improve microcirculation and strengthen the vascular wall. Normalizes the rheological properties of blood. Indicated for the treatment of peripheral circulatory disorders in vegetative dystonia.

Drugs to eliminate dyspepsia

With VVD, symptoms of indigestion may be observed. They are not a sign of any disease, but they still need to be eliminated. For this, the following drugs are used:

• Duspatalin is an antispasmodic that acts on the smooth muscles of the internal organs. Indicated for the treatment of dyspeptic disorders.
• Trimedat - has a double effect on the digestive tract. It can both eliminate spasm and enhance peristalsis. It is used in the treatment of VVD to normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.

Treatment with medications is prescribed only by a specialist after a complete examination of the patient and the identification of possible contraindications.

Non-drug treatment

Non-drug methods are also of great importance in the treatment of dystonia. In the fight against VVD, the right diet, rational physical activity, psychotherapy sessions and physiotherapy methods are used.

Diet

The first thing that is prescribed to patients with dystonia is a diet. It does not imply strict restrictions. Therapeutic is the observance of the principles of a healthy diet. The diet includes those products that can improve well-being with different types of dystonia.

Nutrition should be complete and balanced, that is, include all the main products:

• meat products;
• fish products;
• cereals;
• dairy products;
• vegetables and fruits.

Canned foods, sweets, alcoholic and carbonated drinks are limited.

In the hypertensive type of VVD, one should limit fluid intake, do not drink strong tea and coffee. It is also desirable to reduce the amount of table salt in food. Fruit drinks from viburnum and chokeberry, tea from hawthorn fruits are capable of normalizing pressure.

The hypotonic type, on the contrary, is an indication for an increase in the amount of fluid consumed up to two liters per day. In this case, you need to regularly check for edema. If they appear, the drinking regimen should be reviewed. To maintain a comfortable pressure, you can replace regular tea with green tea with jasmine. It is allowed to drink coffee, but you need to remember that it causes tachycardia.

It is necessary to develop a strict diet. It is better to take food in small portions, but more often, up to 4-5 times a day. Between doses should be approximately the same intervals of time.

Adequate physical activity significantly improves the well-being of patients with dystonia. Daily morning exercises are shown, in the evenings - walking. Swimming, cycling, skiing, skating contribute to strengthening the nervous system and improving microcirculation. To improve lung function, running or walking over rough terrain is shown. Strengthening of cardiac activity is carried out with the help of cardio training. Individual lessons with specialists in physiotherapy exercises are shown.

Physical exercises should be alternated with breathing exercises, relaxation exercises. After training, you need to devote a few minutes to meditation or auto-training.

Training should be regular, but not exhausting. The level of physical activity is calculated in accordance with the age and capabilities of the body. You can devote to physical education only half an hour a day, but do it daily.

Psychotherapy

One of the important aspects of the fight against vegetovascular dystonia. The essence of the pathology lies in the malfunction of the brain and peripheral nerves. Psychotherapy is especially important for patients with frequent panic attacks.

A competent specialist will find out the cause of the appearance of panic attacks and their accompanying manifestations. Several sessions of psychotherapy will help eliminate this problem. Psychologist's advice is especially important for young emotional girls.

In addition to classes with a specialist, you can perform some psychological techniques at home. This requires silence and a calm environment, so it is better to do this before going to bed or immediately after waking up.

Physiotherapy methods

Patients with insomnia or sleep inversion may benefit from electrosleep sessions. To normalize cardiac activity and pressure, therapeutic baths are used - salt, mud, mineral.

Methods such as acupuncture, acupressure are used. Improving the functioning of the peripheral nervous system and the microcirculatory bed is facilitated by hardening methods - walking barefoot, dousing with cold water, and a contrast shower.

Traditional medicine recipes

Traditional medicine offers many recipes for dealing with VVD. Basically it is the use of medicinal herbs. They contribute to the overall strengthening of the body, the normalization of the nervous system.

To increase the adaptive capabilities of the body, the following decoctions and infusions are prescribed:

• decoction of rose hips;
• infusion of rowan fruits;
• complex decoctions containing oregano, St. John's wort, linden flowers and chamomile.

As a sedative, teas from motherwort, valerian, lemon balm are shown. Peppermint leaves have a sedative and antispasmodic effect.

The fight against VVD has a significant effect if approached in a comprehensive manner. It is necessary to use all available techniques and then it will be possible to significantly reduce the manifestations of this pathology and provide a person with a normal lifestyle.