The diagnosis of vegetative vascular dystonia(VSD) is perceived by many as something insignificant - complaints of weakness and dizziness are misleading. And the result is ignoring these symptoms and the lack of a qualified medical care. Meanwhile, doctors insist that vegetative-vascular dystonia is a serious disorder in the body, it is a failure in the work of all body systems. First of all, the autonomic nervous system suffers - it is she who is responsible for the regulation of blood pressure indicators, the work respiratory tract, the production of hormones, the activity of the genitourinary system, and in general, the normal rhythm of human life depends on the work of the autonomic nervous system. It is necessary not only to know what vegetative-vascular dystonia is, but also to diagnose it in time, to receive adequate treatment.

Types of VSD

All the characteristic symptoms for vegetative-vascular dystonia are associated primarily with pathological changes in the vessels. It is on what tone they are in that the classification of the disease in question will depend.

VVD - hypertensive type

This type is characterized by high vascular tone, increased blood pressure, and patients complain of palpitations, hot flashes, and fatigue.

VSD - hypotonic type

In this case, manifestations of vegetative-vascular dystonia will be associated with low vascular tone - patients are diagnosed with low blood pressure. Characteristic for vegetative-vascular dystonia by hypotonic type general weakness, darkening of the eyes, fainting, sudden drops in blood pressure, lower / upper extremities are almost always cold.

VSD - mixed type

This development of the disease under consideration is characterized by instability, variability of vascular tone. And the blood pressure readings will not have a clear designation - they either become too high, or suddenly decrease to a possible minimum. Doctors say that if a patient is diagnosed with VVD of a mixed type, then you need to be prepared for the appearance of symptoms characteristic of both the hypotonic type of the disease and the hypertensive one.

VSD - cardiac type

This type of disease in question can be diagnosed in patients who complain of severe. They do not have any specific character, they can be aching and throbbing, often there is a feeling of disturbances in the heartbeat. Moreover, such recurring pain in the region of the heart does not worsen the general state of human health, and a full examination excludes the development of heart pathology.

VSD - vagotonic type

Always accompanied by malfunctions respiratory system. Against the background of difficulty breathing, the inability to take a full breath, the patient begins to lower blood pressure.

The true causes of the appearance of the disease in question have not yet been clarified, but doctors identify several factors that may well be provoking. These include:

heredity - vegetative-vascular dystonia in this case will develop in early childhood, but it remains at an older age;
some somatic diseases chronic nature - for example, pathologies of the endocrine, digestive, cardiovascular systems;
diseases of the peripheral and / or central nervous system;
chronic;
susceptibility and .

According to statistics, most often vegetative-vascular dystonia develops against the background, and the only manifestation can be symptoms (of a classic acute respiratory viral infection). If we consider the mechanism of development of the disease in question against the background of neurosis, then we can meet several points:

Man is going through severe stress, this condition is especially dangerous against the background of psychological exhaustion or overstrain.
The body (in particular, the brain) is not able to cope with this situation and the psyche simply “hides” the problem.
But after all, the signal to the brain about the pathology has already arrived, and it begins to manifest a problem, affecting specifically the internal organs - a person may suddenly begin to experience pain in the stomach or heart, and the like.

Doctors say that regular stress, the inability / inability to express one's feelings in words, a person's isolation, deep feelings alone can lead to such a state. The condition also worsens against the background of the use of alcoholic beverages, smoking, emotional instability.

The disease in question can manifest itself in different ways - medicine has identified and described several syndromes, which are considered signs of vegetative-vascular dystonia.

Hyperventilation syndrome

This syndrome is intense and is characterized by rapid breathing, breath holding and air insufficiency. Patients will experience a feeling of shortness of breath, a false spasm of the larynx occurs on inspiration - the person thinks that he is starting to choke. And such a state necessarily leads to a panic attack - absolutely everyone is afraid of death. In hyperventilation syndrome, pathological changes even in the blood - it loses too much oxygen, which leads to respiratory depression. The result is:

sensory disturbance around the mouth and near the nose;
decreased sensitivity in the feet and hands;
muscle spasms without specific localization;
dizziness.

Sweating disorder

With vegetative-vascular dystonia, most patients (up to 89%) complain of increased sweating. This syndrome manifests itself during attacks - the palms sweat, sweat drops appear on the forehead and all over the face, during periods of absence of attacks, the sweating process is not disturbed.

Cardiovascular syndrome (cardiovascular)

This syndrome in the disease under consideration manifests itself in different ways - it can be intense and weak. But in any case, patients will complain of heart rhythm disturbance (rapid or slow heartbeat), sudden changes in blood pressure. Often with cardiovascular syndrome there are chilliness of the bones and feet, pronounced pallor skin(“marbling”), hot flashes (they mimic menopause in women). In some cases, vegetative-vascular dystonia is manifested by a cardialgic syndrome - for it there will be characters:

pain in the region of the heart of a different nature - aching, sharp, throbbing;
discomfort in the anatomical location of the heart - they are difficult to describe from the patient himself.

Note:such symptoms are also characteristic of angina pectoris, but to differentiate two such different diseases easy - cardialgic syndrome with angina pectoris occurs only after physical exertion, and when taking nitroglycerin, everything goes away within a few minutes. With vegetative-vascular dystonia, the same syndrome occurs in absolute rest, and nitroglycerin does not give the expected effect.

cystalgia

Manifested by frequent urination. Moreover, patients do not associate this condition with the use of too much fluid, and doctors do not reveal any disorders in the functioning of the kidneys and urinary system.

Vegetative-vascular dystonia can also make itself felt in the abdomen (aching, spastic discomfort), and a violation of the stool, and false urge to defecate. But in some patients, against the background of the progression of the disease in question, several other signs of the disorder may appear. digestive system.These include:

loss of appetite - interest in food may either disappear altogether, or, conversely, gluttony may begin;
and vomiting that occurs immediately after eating;
the act of swallowing is impaired - it is difficult for the patient to take even a sip of water;
non-intense pain in the epigastric region or "under the pit of the stomach."

Note:with such manifestations of vegetative-vascular dystonia, somatic diseases should be excluded in the patient gastrointestinal tract- for example, ulcerative /.

Syndrome of violation of thermoregulation

We are talking about unstable body temperature - the patient periodically experiences chilliness, he is cold even in a warm room. Some patients, on the contrary, note a spontaneous increase in temperature - this condition is well tolerated, characteristic weakness / drowsiness / headaches for respiratory viral or inflammatory diseases missing. Note:sometimes doctors record different body temperatures in the left and right armpits. This condition is more common in the development of vegetative-vascular dystonia in childhood.

Sexual Disorders

In men, there is a violation of potency, women complain about the lack of orgasms and a decrease in sexual activity. But against this background, sexual attraction to opposite sex doesn't disappear. In general, all of the listed symptoms characteristic of vegetative-vascular dystonia cannot manifest simultaneously and in any type of disease. To know what type of IRR corresponds to specific symptoms, we recommend that you read the table:

VSD type	Characteristic symptoms
VSD by hypertonic type	Nausea and vomiting are noted, regardless of food intake. Decreased appetite, up to a complete loss of interest in food. Periodically occurring headaches of a non-intensive nature. Sweating is increased, during the period of exacerbation of the VVD, it is the palms that sweat heavily. There is a feeling of fear that defies logical explanation. "Flies" periodically appear before the eyes.
VSD by cardiac type	Heart palpitations. Periodically appearing pain in the region of the heart of a variable nature. . Slow heartbeat. excessive sweating.
VSD by hypotonic type	Lowering blood pressure. General weakness. Paleness of the skin. Violation of respiratory activity - patients can not take a full breath. Nausea and/or heartburn. Stool disorders - diarrhea or constipation.
VSD of mixed type	Arrhythmia, tachycardia. Attack of fear imminent death due to heart problems. Violation of respiratory activity - the patient does not have enough air. Pain syndrome with localization in the region of the heart. Pre-fainting states - sudden dizziness, darkening in the eyes. Increased sweating of the lower / upper extremities.
VSD by vagotonic type	The heartbeat is slow. Salivation is increased. Disorders in the work of the gastrointestinal tract. Lowering blood pressure. Breathing is difficult.

This is another syndrome that will be a characteristic symptom of the manifestation of vegetative-vascular dystonia. A person experiences a strong fear, a feeling of approaching anxiety, a wave of fear covers him. At the same time, the body sends signals of danger, but it does not provide options for solving the problem. Therefore, the patient experiences a strong fear of death, it seems to him that his heart stops, his breath catches. It is noteworthy that literally after 10-15 minutes a panic attack against the background of VVD passes, the person's condition returns to normal.

When a person seeks medical help with complaints of the above conditions, the specialist must exclude any somatic disease - this is done in the first place. This means that the patient will have to undergo a complete examination of the body - from / / feces to. The next step is a visit to a neuropsychiatrist. Only such a narrow specialist can work with the patient qualitatively and highlight the reasons that provoked the development of the condition in question. And in this case do not be shy, ashamed and ignore a visit to a neuropsychiatrist. Firstly, this is far from a psychiatrist and he does not treat exclusively mental patients. And secondly, without finding out the causes of this condition, it will not be possible to conduct adequate, effective therapy.

There is no specific, drug treatment for the disease in question - everything is selected exclusively on an individual basis. Psychoneurologists will help the patient to understand their internal problems, adjust the body's response to the release of adrenaline or insulin, inappropriate behavior all organs and systems. But apart from that, the following recommendations will be given:

Note:in especially severe cases, the doctor may prescribe some medications to stabilize the condition - these may be antidepressants,. But such appointments should only be made by a specialist on the basis of an examination of the patient, confirmation of the diagnosis - even the simplest drugs, for example, valerian, cannot be used on their own.

Features of the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia

The disease in question is treated for a very long time - you need to be prepared for the fact that you will have to attend physiotherapy for years, maintain an absolutely healthy lifestyle, and periodically undergo drug therapy. But it cannot be said that such a rule is suitable for absolutely all patients with vegetative-vascular dystonia - someone returns to normal after several sessions with a psychoneurologist, and someone is forced to constantly fight the manifestations of the disease.

Harbingers of vegetative-vascular dystonia (VVD) are heart palpitations, shortness of breath, feeling of a lump in the throat. Apart from primary signs disease, secondary consequences may appear in the form of peptic ulcer, heart disease. A prerequisite for the development of VVD can be not only an infection, diseases of the spine, but even stress.

Reference! According to medical data, it has been established that almost 80% of people suffer from vegetative-vascular dystonia..

This is a symptom complex of individual ailments that are associated with neurology, hormonal indicators, and somatics. The second unofficial name is sensitive heart disease. Therefore, we can conclude that this is a disease that develops on the basis of regular nervous experiences.

The characteristic features of VSD are:

headache that occurs very often;
unjustified appearance of a feeling of inner fear;
sleep disturbance;
excessive sweating;
jumps in blood pressure;
heart rhythm failures;
often cold extremities;
there is noise in the ears;
loss of strength and constant lethargy;
shortness of breath.

Treatment of VVD is not simple enough, therefore it is necessary not only to stop the symptoms that have manifested, but also to eliminate the main cause of the development of the disease. The patient must understand that the therapy will be long-term, but without the need for hospitalization.

Attention! During VSD treatment it should be remembered that the disease develops primarily due to regular stress, worries, worries, an unstable emotional state, therefore psychotherapy may additionally be required.

When does the disease become dangerous?

If we consider the disease as a whole, then it does not pose any danger to the patient. But when the syndrome is complemented chronic disease, there are complications of the course of the VVD and restrictions in the conduct of some medical procedures. Based on this, several types of VSD are distinguished.

Heart disease leads to the development of the hypertensive type. In this case, the patient must constantly monitor the indicators of blood pressure. After all, a sharp increase in blood pressure can become a critical moment. To do this, it is best to limit excessive fluid intake, especially hot herbal drinks (with properties that increase blood pressure), as well as exercise.

In diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver, caution should be exercised in the use of herbal medicine, if there are suggestions for VVD. Plants that can irritate the gastric mucosa are excluded from the course of treatment. When in parallel with the VVD there are violations in the work endocrine system, then non-traditional treatment is strictly prohibited in order to avoid serious complications. An equally dangerous combination is VVD in traumatic brain injury, so the patient is recommended to be under the supervision of a specialist. In this case, a diet, the use of herbal medicine and the main drug course of treatment will be prescribed. Therefore, the treatment of VVD in various combinations with ailments requires a special approach.

Changing lifestyle with CVD

Since the disease depends on nervous experiences, first of all, experts advise to reconsider the character and become less emotional person. Additionally, you can be distracted by a hobby, which will help not only to ignore stressful situations but also relax. You can do yoga for this.

It is important to lead a healthy lifestyle, including morning exercises (race walking in the morning, warm-up) and rejection bad habits(alcohol and tobacco only aggravate the condition of the vessels). Massage techniques in the cervical-collar zone will help improve blood circulation and thus oxygenate the brain.

The main manifestations of VVD can be eliminated with the help of breathing exercises. This is explained by the fact that the lack of oxygen is one of the root causes of the development of this disorder. The convenience of this method lies in the fact that no special devices are required for the procedure.

Breathing exercises according to Strelnikova's method:

The patient should sit comfortably.
Bends arms and legs, and palms turn away from you.
On the clenching of fists is done deep breath when the fists are unclenched, you can exhale.
In one session, you need to take eight deep breaths (20 sets).

It is important to follow a diet during the treatment period, which is based on buckwheat, greens, vegetables (especially carrots), and dried fruits. To prevent headaches, you need to consume citrus fruits as often as possible, which stimulate blood flow. To improve the condition of the vascular system, you should follow a milk diet.

When a patient has attacks of fear, there is a panic, you can attend special auto-trainings, after which the patient will be able to overcome fears, become much more self-confident. Auto-trainings are based on the methods of Levy, Kurpatov. In addition, psychological training helps to eliminate panic attacks, which are a common occurrence in VVD.

Recommendations for improving the condition in various types of VVD attacks

Type	signs	Recommendations
Hypertensive	high pressure indicators; headaches; violation of the pulse; emotional overexcitation; dizziness; heart pain; panic attacks	First of all, the patient needs to pull himself together, calm down, since it is panic that contributes to the renewal of the VVD memory, which leads to subsequent ensuing consequences. Most often, patients are haunted by the fear of a heart attack, there is a panic about a possible imminent death. Therefore, if the panic attack is not eliminated, then the patient's condition will worsen critically. Urgent relaxation is needed, which can be done through breathing exercises. To begin with, the patient needs to take a comfortable position, disconnect from unnecessary thoughts and begin to imagine how relaxation occurs from top to bottom, while it is recommended to take breaths. It is also recommended to carry out head massages for the patient, activating biologically active points. Just as important are outdoor walks and hot baths.
hypotonic	there is a sharp decrease in blood pressure; a sudden panic attack occurs; the patient has an unreasonable desire to cry	Due to the influence of any irritant, the thoughts of the dominant are activated, which provoke a panic state. For elimination given state must be taken cold and hot shower, spend ten minutes of breathing exercises, conduct auto-training
Cardiac	an attack of severe pain in the chest; the emergence of panic thoughts	Similar manipulations are carried out to calm down and put thoughts in order to eliminate a panic attack. Take a warm-hot shower and massage the cervical-collar zone
Vagotonic	accompanied by severe headaches; the emergence of panic thoughts and internal anxiety; fear of imminent death; overexcitation is replaced by self-isolation	To improve the condition, a warm shower is recommended on the occipital area for ten minutes, and after a head massage with an effect on active points. Headaches can be blocked by taking a hot foot bath with sea salt.
Mixed	can be characterized by both low and high blood pressure; there is pain behind the sternum; headaches; the patient may be too overexcited or inhibited; uncontrollable panic thoughts	In this case, breathing exercises in the form of an elongated warm exhalation will help to calm down. Gymnastics should be used after taking a hot shower (depending on the pressure, there may be a contrast shower). Also shown autotraining

Treatment with drugs (what medications are effective for VVD)

The course of treatment should include two main vectors of direction - the first is based on taking medications that eliminate the main cause (diseases thyroid gland or adrenal glands) and the second - for the direct treatment of VVD and blocking panic attacks.

Drug group	Name and application
sedatives	1. Based on extracts medicinal plants(Motherwort and Valerian). 2. For adults of general action (Persen, Sedafiton). 3. Strong action (Barboval, Valocardin)
tranquilizers	It is recommended to take with stable nervous disorders after severe stress. 1. Buspirone. 2. Adaptol
Antipsychotics	They are used to normalize blood pressure and stabilize the heart rate, as well as reduce irritability. 1. Ridazine. 2. Neurispin
sleeping pills	With VVD, sleep disturbance is observed, followed by headaches, therefore, to eliminate them, it is necessary to take sleeping pills. 1. Donormil. 2. Zolpidem
Nootropics	They are used to improve memory and eliminate dizziness. 1. Pantogam. 2. Piracetam
Neurometabolites	The action is similar to the effect of nootropics. 1. Actovegin. 2. Cerebroside
Cerebroangiocorrectors	Normalize blood circulation in the brain. 1. Stugeron. 2. Oxybral. 3. Cavinton
To lower blood pressure	1. Anaprilin. 2. Metoprolol. 3. Bisoprolol
To increase blood pressure	1. Mezaton. 2. Ginseng tincture. 3. Lemongrass tincture
For metabolism in the heart	If during attacks there is pain in the chest. 1. Riboxin. 2. Mildronate. 3. Hawthorn
Vegetotropic	Taken for general improvement. 1. Bellataminal. 2. Bellaspon. 3. Platifillin
Antioxidants	I promote cerebral circulation. 1. Mexidol. 2. Kratal. 3. Succinic acid
vitamins	Required for complex treatment VVD and improvement of the state of the nervous system. 1. Neurovitan. 2. Neurorubin. 3. Neurobex

Note! All of the above drugs should be taken as prescribed by a specialist in certain dosages. The duration of admission is also determined by the doctor, while the patient is prohibited from interrupting therapy on his own.

Video - Treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia

Physiotherapy at home

The use of physiotherapy helps to minimize the use of drugs. It is recommended to take this course in a sanatorium, but if it is not possible, you can resort to independent procedures. To do this, you can use a contrast shower or, depending on the indicators of blood pressure, hot-warm.

But, in general, the patient needs to undergo electrophoresis, paraffin baths, acupuncture.

Nutrition

If a patient is diagnosed with vegetative-vascular dystonia, then nutrition is important, which directly affects the patient's condition. It is very important to exclude foods that can excite nervous system- first of all, alcohol and caffeinated drinks, fried, spicy, fast foods. After seven in the evening, food intake is not recommended for those suffering from vegetative-vascular dystonia.

To improve the condition, you can reduce weight with unloading days. A starvation diet is strictly contraindicated, because in this case the body will receive even more stress.

The use of folk methods

In addition to the main treatment regimen, you can use folk recipe based medicinal plants. The duration of such alternative treatment should take place within four weeks.

To prepare the decoction, you will need to take twenty grams of lingonberry and bearberry leaves, sixty grams of horsetail and strawberries, forty grams of wild rose (fruits) and nettles, ten grams of rose petals.
All the above ingredients are mixed and poured with boiling water. It will take half a liter of water.
Then boil over low heat for half an hour, but do not bring to a boil. After cooling, the decoction is ready for use.
It is recommended to take daily in the amount of one hundred and fifty milliliters.

The second recipe involves the use of dill and valerian. These plants are rich in vitamins such as C, PP, B6. To prepare the decoction, you need to take a glass of already dried dill and only two tablespoons of valerian, pour boiling water (one liter). You can store in a thermos. Treatment involves taking a decoction three times a day, one spoon daily for three weeks.

Video - How to treat vegetative-vascular dystonia

Prevention

For preventive purposes, it is recommended to take herbal decoction half a glass twice a day. For cooking, you need to take the ingredients in a 1: 1 ratio (rose hips, birch buds, chamomile, St. John's wort, elecampane). The herbal mixture is poured with boiling water, and then boiled for one minute. Upon preparation, the broth is filtered. The prophylactic course lasts for one month, after which no VVD attacks are observed.

Note! This decoction may be bitter, so you can add to it not a large number of honey, which will greatly improve the taste.

If a breakdown in VVD

This recipe will help eliminate one of the main symptoms of VVD - the feeling of rapid drowning. To do this, a glass of oat grains is taken and poured with warm water to form a slurry and boil. After readiness, the liquid is drained, mixed with milk (one hundred grams) and honey (one spoon). In one day, you should drink up to four glasses of oatmeal liquid. Takes at least one month.

If insomnia with VVD

To normalize sleep, you need to take thirty drops of hawthorn, motherwort, valerian and dilute in a glass of water. Such medicinal mixture sedative action is taken twice a day for twelve days.

Attention! Taking sedatives excludes work that requires increased attention.

Thus, VVD is not a sentence and can be treated at home, the main thing is timely assistance for panic attacks.

Vegetative-vascular dystonia is a fairly common disease that is associated with an imbalance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic autonomic nervous system.

Which doctor should deal with the treatment of VVD?

If a person begins to show symptoms of this disease, the question naturally arises of how to treat VVD and which specialist to turn to for help. In most cases, a visit to primary care is recommended. Family doctor and the therapist are diagnosing a wide range diseases, so they will be able to diagnose the disease of vegetative-vascular dystonia and provide the necessary medical care.

In this case, the optimal complex therapy. It is possible to treat manifestations of vegetative-vascular dystonia with the help of a neurologist, psychologist, psychotherapist. Diagnosis of VVD falls on their shoulders. Psychotherapy is often used in the treatment of VVD.

There is also the necessary diagnostic minimum examinations that should be prescribed to people with VVD. It - general analyzes blood and urine, electrocardiogram and fluorography. Other diagnostic methods may be required to make a diagnosis of vegetative-vascular dystonia, depending on the symptoms.

It is also the responsibility of the attending physician to prevent VVD in people who have cured this disease. It is best to deal with vegetovascular dystonia before it starts. The patient should take into account all the advice of doctors and accept supportive treatment, if any.

Many try to get rid of vegetovascular dystonia forever without the participation of doctors at home. In some cases, such treatment can be effective, but not always. People who have been suffering from this ailment for years usually try all the methods on their own, but never find a way to defeat VVD for sure.

Diet correction

Violation proper nutrition contributes to the development of many diseases, and by adjusting the eating pattern, you can get rid of an important trigger factor. Therefore, it is completely inappropriate to doubt whether vegetative vascular dystonia can be cured by changing the diet.

Irrational nutrition partially forms vegetative neurosis and can cause vagoinsular or sympathoadrenal crises. Thus, by putting your diet in order, you can achieve good results in the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia.

The diet, which is prescribed for manifestations of vegetative neurosis, is characterized by the following features during the treatment period and in the future to prevent re-deterioration of health:

Exclusion of semi-finished products, canned food. Such products contain chemical additives that allow them to long time keep fresh and fit.
Exclusion of salt and caffeine. These products are ways to raise blood pressure, which is too unstable in vegetative-vascular dystonia.
Exclusion of spicy, fatty or smoked foods. Such products create an additional burden on the pancreas and liver, thereby complicating the work of the gastrointestinal tract.
Mandatory intake of B vitamins. This substance is found in large quantities in meat, fish, dairy products, vegetables, cereals, eggs and many fruits. A variety of foods allows the diet for NCD to be useful and not often repeated.

Physiotherapy

Normalized physical exercise and loads during VVD strengthen the body and train its respiratory and cardiovascular systems. At the same time, the manifestation of symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia decreases. But, physiotherapy exercises for VVD should be used only under the strict supervision of a trainer or exercise therapy doctor, who will help determine the correct physical activity, the optimal training scheme and knows how to cure VVD with their help.

Any exercise should be combined with the right diet. After all, when exercising, a certain amount of calories is lost, which must be replenished. It is necessary to provide the body with a sufficient energy resource before spending it on physical activity.

Physiotherapy very often used for vegetovascular dystonia and includes one of the sports. Decide on the most suitable option can be based on their desired potential effects of exercise therapy in the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia. Also, each of them may have features for people with VVD.

Swimming. The most optimal sport that has a general strengthening effect on the body. With the help of short sessions, you can relieve tension, stress on the joints and spine.
Run. Speed running is not recommended for people with VSD, as it puts a lot of stress on the heart, which should still be avoided. AT medicinal purposes brisk walking outdoors is more suitable. Distances should be short and easy. The duration of training should be increased gradually.
A ride on the bicycle. Dosed physical activity on all muscle groups positive influence on the state immune system, stabilize blood circulation. The duration of trips should not exceed the allowable limits, which indicate individual physical capabilities.
Charger. The necessary dose of energy for every day can be obtained with the help of a short warm-up, which mobilizes the body's forces and improves well-being for a long time. It is advisable to carry out these exercises in the fresh air or ventilate the room before performing them.
Therapeutic gymnastics for VVD. This is the best choice of method, which includes a set of exercises for VVD, which helps to relax muscles, improve well-being and increase strength. It helps to get rid of tension and stiffness.
Yoga for VSD. The system of physical exercises in this practice helps to strengthen spiritual unity with the body, eliminates psychological symptoms, if any, among the factors in the development of VVD. Yoga is very useful in vegetative-vascular dystonia, as a means of preventing crises.
Breathing exercises. An important role is given to such training that improves a person’s breathing, since some of the symptoms of VVD are associated with this particular system. Breathing exercises in stopping the symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia can be quite effective.

Any physical exercises for VVD, which are prescribed by a trainer or doctor in the gym, must meet certain requirements in order to protect the person's condition from possible deterioration in health.

Features of training for people with VVD:

The program of classes should be individual, taking into account the characteristics of the state of health of a particular person.
It is impossible to combine long-term cardio loads and strength exercises.
Perform each exercise in stages with short breaks to restore strength.
Heavy physical activity and endurance exercises are unacceptable for people with VSD.
An important role is played by respiratory gymnastics in VVD. Performing each exercise, a person must breathe correctly.

Non-traditional methods of therapy

This includes almost all the origins of oriental medicine, which are only gaining popularity. Also to unconventional methods treatment of VSD with folk remedies should be attributed. A rich variety of all ways to deal with the symptoms of the disease allows you to choose the best option.

Acupuncture

This method is also called acupuncture. It consists of inserting thin needles at a shallow depth into the skin to act on specific points. These places on the skin are projections internal organs that can be influenced.

Acupuncture for VSD can eliminate pain syndromes, soothe and improve microcirculation in those organs that a specialist in alternative medicine is trying to influence.

Most often, this technique is combined with more traditional treatment regimens to achieve maximum effective result. A big plus of acupuncture is that it practically does not cause any side effects.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy has become more widespread. It uses the physical factors of nature (light, heat, water, mud mixtures) for treatment. specific disease. The properties of such methods have been studied for many years, modified to obtain best effect and now they are widely used along with medicines and other methods of treatment.

For the treatment of VVD, electrosleep, electrophoresis, which are based on the use of low-frequency current, are most often used. Magnetotherapy has become widespread.

As a physiotherapy, a contrast shower in the morning and the appointment of special baths are also used. Depending on the type of VSD, their variety may differ. If the sympathetic autonomic nervous system predominates, sulfide and carbonic acid baths are most often used. With the predominance of the parasympathetic autonomic nervous system, the use of coniferous and radon baths will be more successful.

Massage

Massage treatment is of great importance for eliminating the symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia. Special attention given to the cervical region and lower back. By using manual therapy it is possible to achieve relaxation of human muscles, improve microcirculation in soft tissues and stimulation of blood circulation. Massage of the collar zone and head can relieve pain syndromes, improve well-being and even help restore cognitive functions.

Massage for VVD is popular due to its availability and convenience. Each session brings a person the necessary relaxation and satisfaction, so this appointment contributes to the rapid restoration of all body functions. With the help of massage, you can both cope with the most severe symptoms and cure VVD. Massage with manifestations of vegetative-vascular dystonia can be prescribed for both adults and children.

Folk methods of treatment

Folk remedies that are passed down from generation to generation effectively affect a specific disease or pathological condition of the human body, both in men and women. Also, their use helps to cope with the symptoms of psychovegetative syndrome in children.

Treatment of VVD at home with various herbs and decoctions has long been used by the people. Many people who are well aware of the means and effects of different plants on the body successfully apply this knowledge in practice.

All fees and herbs in the treatment of VVD are also prescribed depending on its specific form. For example, for hypertensive vegetovascular dystonia, apply:

tincture of valerian officinalis;
motherwort tincture;
peony tincture (before meals);
hawthorn tincture;
green tea.

Treatment of folk remedies for the hypotonic form of VVD includes:

tincture of immortelle sandy;
tincture of Schisandra chinensis;
ginseng root tincture;
tincture of lure.

The dosage of these herbs should be chosen individually, depending on the degree of symptoms.

First aid for VVD

The course of vegetative-vascular dystonia causes the occurrence of characteristic seizures or crises that worsen a person’s condition and violate the body’s self-regulation. To eliminate it, a number of actions are taken:

A change of scenery. In many cases, the crisis arises due to external circumstances.
Access to fresh air. It is advisable to move either to the street, or open a window, get rid of squeezing clothes.
High pressure. If blood pressure is elevated, one tablet of an antihypertensive agent (beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, calcium channel blockers) should be taken.
Soothing. This may be a tablet remedy for VVD or other drugs with a sedative effect.
Corvalol or valocordin 20 drops in water or a teaspoon of sugar.

If a person has lost consciousness, do not panic. In such cases, you need to know exactly what to do and in what order. First aid for VVD in this case includes only the first two actions and an attempt to bring the person to his senses. It is necessary to lay the patient on a hard surface and raise the legs.

First aid for VVD in case of loss of consciousness consists in provoking olfactory receptors with the help of ammonia or vinegar. Even after a person has come to his senses, it is not recommended to get up abruptly. You need to rest and take the necessary medicines.

First aid for VVD should be provided by those people who are nearby, regardless of whether they are doctors or not.

Pharmacotherapy

variety of symptoms and medications causes natural dilemmas, how to treat neurocirculatory dystonia. There are opinions about the inappropriate use pharmacological preparations for the treatment of symptoms of neurocirculatory dystonia.

Despite this, every specialist wants to help the patient and cure VSD times and forever. Therefore, it is necessary to prescribe those drugs that will most effectively cope with this task.

No remedy for vegetovascular dystonia can cure a person completely. No research on this moment cannot confirm the absolute effectiveness of such drugs. That is why, so often the question is whether it is possible to cure VVD at all.

The diagnosis, including VVD, can be corrected and all treatment of the psychovegetative syndrome is based on this.

First aid for VVD includes medications that improve blood microcirculation in the brain, soothe and return to normal. Therefore, the use of pharmacological agents is still advisable, at least in small quantities.

It should be well understood how to deal with VVD with such drugs before taking them. The appointment should be handled by the attending physician who knows how to get rid of VVD forever.

Treatment of vegetative vascular dystonia includes:

Pressure correctors. Drugs that help fight low or high pressure and bring it back to normal.
Sedatives. Help a person get rid of irritability and anxiety.
Anxiolytics. Powerful drugs can eliminate the symptoms of anxiety that causes psychovegetative syndrome.
Vitamins. Used for the treatment and prevention of VVD in adults and children.

Vegetative-vascular dystonia is a complex and multifaceted disease that requires qualified and comprehensive treatment. Timely contact with a specialist will save time and health of the patient.

Only a doctor fully understands the specifics of this disease and knows how to treat vegetative vascular dystonia so that its symptoms never return. Also, therapy should be aimed at preventing the recurrence of vegetative vascular dystonia.

If a patient has a pathology such as vegetovascular dystonia, it is also possible to get rid of it forever at home. According to the ICD10 classification, VSD includes several varieties. VSD is not even a disease, but rather a syndrome, which develops against the background of already existing diseases. Treatment of this pathology should be carried out in a complex manner, since its occurrence is based on many causative factors.

There are a number of factors that predispose to the development of VSD:

hereditary predisposition;
Bad habits (smoking and alcohol);
Endocrine diseases (often associated with thyroid problems);
Chronic fatigue;
stress;
Change of the climatic zone;
head trauma;
Hormonal disbalance.

How to treat vegetative-vascular dystonia

In order to properly treat VVD, it is first important to find out what type of dystonia the patient has. Indeed, depending on clinical manifestations treatment will vary greatly.

Adrenal type

It is based on an attack of an increase in the level of adrenaline in the blood, and clinically this will be manifested by the following symptoms:

An attack of rapid heartbeat;
Hand tremor;
Excitability and nervousness;
Severe, sometimes throbbing headache;
High blood pressure;
Cold extremities;
Panic fear.

How to remove these unpleasant symptoms during an attack? To do this, a person needs to activate the vagus nerve. To do this, you need to use reflex techniques:

Take a deep breath and hold your breath for a few seconds, exhale as smoothly and slowly as possible, repeat several times;
Perform light pressure movements on the eyeballs;
Massage the places above the collarbones.

If these methods are ineffective, you can switch to medications and take validol, corvalol, valerian, propranolol. AT last resort- diazepam.

Vagoinsular type

This type of attack will manifest itself with the following signs:

Dizziness;
Weakness;
Darkening in the eyes;
Diarrhea;
Low pressure up to loss of consciousness.

To get rid of such a vegetative crisis, you need:

Perform intensive massage of points on the feet;
Rub your ears;
Drink tea with sugar;
Take corvalol.

If an attack of mixed type vascular dystonia occurs (when the clinic has symptoms characteristic of both types), treatment should be performed in accordance with the prevailing complaints.

How to treat VSD at home

VVD is treated only at home and this process is lengthy, and the result of such treatment depends entirely on the patient.

Non drug therapy

This treatment includes the following activities:

Normalization of the regime of work and rest

The patient needs to allocate time for sleep at least 8 hours a day. Moreover, sleep should be complete. Create all the conditions for this: low pillows, a fairly hard mattress, the absence of extraneous noise, as well as walks before going to bed will allow you to fully relax. Also, try to go to bed and get up at the same time.

Avoid the influence of stress

Do what you love more often, find a hobby for yourself. Try to respond calmly to any provoking factors.

Get rid of bad habits

Alcohol, smoking and coffee in large quantities adversely affect the nervous system, causing its excessive irritation and overexcitation. And smoking does terribly damage the walls of blood vessels, making them brittle and unable to adequately respond to changes in the level of hormones in the blood.

Eat rationally

Increase the amount of vegetables and fruits in your diet, as they contain a large amount of beneficial vitamins and minerals. Limit fried, fatty and overly salty and spicy foods in your meals.

go in for sports

Go to workouts. They improve nervous state and your work of cardio-vascular system. Yoga and Pilates are best suited for relaxing the mind and body.

Drug treatment

The following groups of medicines are used:

Antidepressants (eg, persen, novo-passit);
At low pressure, preparations containing caffeine are indicated;
With hypertension, it is advisable to prescribe adrenoblockers that reduce pressure and normalize the pulse;
With severe headache, you can use NSAIDs (ibuprofen, nimesulide);
Vitamins and mineral complexes.

Treatment of VVD folk remedies

Traditional medicine has been tested for more than one century, and therefore can also be used to treat vascular dystonia.

The course of treatment will take about 4 weeks, after a break of a week it can be repeated.
Recipe 1
Ingredients:

Cowberry and bearberry leaves - 20 g each;
Rose petals - 10 g;
Rose hips - 40 g;
Horsetail and strawberries - 60 g.

Mix all the ingredients and add half a liter of boiling water. Boil this broth (without boiling) for half an hour. Set aside and strain with gauze. Drink 150 ml per day.
Recipe 2
Ingredients:

Hop cones, motherwort, oregano, cumin, mint, lemon balm, hawthorn inflorescences - all 0.5 tsp each;
Mistletoe, St. John's wort, chamomile, sweet clover, calendula, valerian, dill grains, yarrow, wormwood - 2 tsp each.

Mix all these ingredients. Pour one tablespoon of this mixture with half a liter of boiling water. Infuse for 30 minutes, strain. Drink 1 glass 3 times a day for 20 days. You need to be patient, as this course must be repeated 4 times with breaks of 1 week. On the 3rd and 4th course of treatment, you need to brew 2 tablespoons of the mixture.

Ingredients:

Rose hips - 40 g;
Barberry;
Blackcurrant - 20 g;
Nettle and lungwort - 30 g each.

After you mix all the ingredients, pour 2 tablespoons of the mixture into 400 ml of boiling water. Let it brew for four hours, after tightly closing the vessel. Strain the drink, take 100 ml three times a day before meals.

In addition to recipes that you can cook at home yourself, folk treatment dystonias are ready-made tinctures, which can be purchased at the pharmacy: motherwort, valerian, hawthorn.

Whatever folk remedy you choose to treat VVD, you should definitely consult with your doctor.

Conclusion

Thus, whether you are treating a vegetative crisis or are planning to get rid of this pathology, a lot depends on the patient. It is possible to cure VVD at home, it is not difficult, but it requires stable implementation of prescriptions and a responsible attitude of the patient.

Vegetative-vascular dystonia is one of the most common and least understood diseases for those suffering from it. The neurologist talks in detail about the diverse manifestations of this disease, possible reasons, the basic principles of the circulatory system and the nervous system. Describes ways to correct lifestyle, nutrition, physical activity needed to cure this disease.

Vegetative-vascular dystonia (VVD, Neurocirculatory dystonia)

Vegetative-vascular dystonia (VVD, Neurocirculatory dystonia) Vegetative-vascular dystonia (VVD or neurocirculatory dystonia) is a pathological condition, disruption of the compensatory activity of the autonomic nervous system. Perhaps this is the most common diagnosis that is made by doctors and causes dissatisfaction in the patient, misunderstanding and anxiety - perhaps the doctors still didn’t find something serious, missed it?

This situation is due to the fact that vegetative-vascular dystonia can be a symptom in many organic diseases: somatic and neurological, endocrinological, gynecological, oncological, and so on, with endocrine-hormonal disorders. More often VVD wears functional character, that is, not associated with a serious disease. Such a psychogenic disorder between the cerebral cortex and subcortical structures of the "I want - I can't" type. And there are symptoms of dystonia. Symptoms can vary. This is due to the variety of functions that the autonomic nervous system performs.

Causes of vegetative-vascular dystonia

The autonomic nervous system is located in the brain and spinal cord, has nerves and ganglia, neurotransmitters (acetylcholine, norepinephrine) ...
The autonomic nervous system regulates the activity of all internal organs, glands of external and internal secretion, lymphatic and blood vessels, ensures constancy (homeostasis) internal environment and adaptation of the work of internal organs to changing environmental conditions.

The sympathetic and parasympathetic autonomic nervous systems have opposite effects on the functioning of organs. And as soon as the balance between this influence is disturbed, an imbalance in work arises - vegetative-vascular dystonia. But it is said very simply, and the mechanism of regulation and relationships of organs and systems is very complex.

The occurrence of vegetative-vascular dystonia is influenced by constitutional predisposition, Environment human habitat - family, religion, climate, education, culture and frequent or prolonged stress in this environment. People at any age suffer from vegetative-vascular dystonia.

Symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia

According to the localization of the main symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia, VSD is distinguished by respiratory, cerebral, cardiological, gastroenterological, vegetative-visceral types, with impaired thermoregulation.

Vegetative-vascular dystonia can manifest itself persistent symptoms - vascular, neuromuscular, neuroendocrine, cognitive (intellectual dysfunction), mental (neurosis, depression, panic attacks) and paroxysmal (paroxysmal)- according to hypotonic, hypertonic type, mixed types.

IRR of the hypotonic type is characterized by a decrease in blood pressure.
IRR of the hypertensive type is characterized by an increase in blood pressure.
IRR of the mixed type is characterized by periodic fluctuations in blood pressure.

Crises are characteristic of all types of vegetative-vascular dystonia. With vegetovascular dystonia of the hypertensive type, anxiety, palpitations, sudden arousal, symptoms of a panic attack, increased blood pressure, cold extremities, chills are observed. With vegetovascular dystonia of the hypotonic type - general weakness, shortness of breath, nausea, fading in the work of the heart, sweating, low blood pressure. With vegetative-vascular dystonia mixed type All of the above symptoms manifest themselves in one way or another.

Vegetative crises (sympathoadrenal) are caused by the predominant influence of the sympathetic nervous system - increased blood pressure, tachycardia, chill-like hyperkinesis (trembling), hyperthermia, pain in the heart, fear, anxiety, panic, cold sweat, numbness of the extremities.

Vagoinsular crises of the IRR are caused by the predominant influence of the parasympathetic nervous system - weakness, lowering blood pressure, respiratory disorders, bradycardia (slow heart rate and, accordingly, the pulse), a feeling of "fading" of the heart, dizziness, dysfunction of the digestive system, hyperhidrosis (sweating), polyuria.

Mixed crises combine a variety of symptoms and their combinations.

The course of vegetative-vascular dystonia is long, perhaps for years, with periods of remissions and exacerbations.

Cardiopsychoneurosis

With the predominance of cardiovascular disorders in the complex of existing vegetative disorders, the term "neurocirculatory dystonia" is sometimes used. However, it should be borne in mind that neurocirculatory dystonia is a constituent part a broader concept of vegetative-vascular dystonia. There are three types of neurocirculatory dystonia: cardiac, vascular and mixed.

The cardiac type of neurocirculatory dystonia (functional cardiopathy) is manifested by rhythm and conduction disturbances (sinus bradycardia, extrasystole, paroxysmal and non-paroxysmal tachycardia, atrioventricular block I-II degree), impaired ventricular repolarization processes (nonspecific changes in the ST segment), some forms of mitral valve prolapse.

Neurocirculatory dystonia of the vascular type is accompanied by arterial hypertension (neurocirculatory dystonia of the hypertonic type) or hypotension (neurocirculatory dystonia of the hypotonic type).

The mixed type of neurocirculatory dystonia has elements of both cardiac and vascular types with various combinations of their symptoms.

With recurring headaches, changes in blood pressure, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, memory difficulties, anxiety, emotional lability (mood swings), sleep disturbances, fear for one's health (hypochondria), pain in the heart area, heart rhythm disturbances, shortness of breath, a feeling of "coma" in the throat, pain in the abdomen, numbness of the extremities ... With almost any health problem, you need to see a doctor.

Examination for vegetative-vascular dystonia

To make a diagnosis of VVD, consultations of various specialists and examinations (individually, depending on the symptoms found) will be required. Therapist, neurologist, ophthalmologist, endocrinologist, gynecologist (for women) - the shortest list of possible consultations.

To confirm the diagnosis of VVD, it is necessary to exclude a possible somatic organic disease, which can give manifestations of the syndrome of vegetative-vascular dystonia in each individual patient individually. And according to the complaints described in detail and the symptoms found during the examination of the doctor, the necessary studies are prescribed.

The task of the patient: to describe in detail their feelings. For example, not just - my head hurts, but in detail - where it hurts (forehead, back of the head, temple, on one side or diffusely), how it hurts (pulsates, bakes, shoots, bursts ...) what you feel, what sensations are accompanied by (may cause pressure on the eyes and ears, may vomit, dizziness, visual impairment...), which precedes the appearance of a headache - a change in weather conditions, stress, overwork ...

From possible surveys if VVD is suspected, neurologists often use an electrocardiogram, vascular dopplerography, computed and magnetic resonance imaging, examinations by an ophthalmologist, endocrinologist, and therapist. To exclude thyroid diseases (both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can be manifested by symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia), laboratory tests are used - they examine the hormonal activity of the thyroid gland and ultrasound.

When the diagnosis of VVD is established and all possible somatic diseases are excluded, individual treatment is prescribed.

Treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia

Highly recommended for successful treatment vegetative-vascular dystonia to modify lifestyle: work and rest regimen, sports are welcome in game mode, but not in professional mode, swimming, running, aerobics, fitness, contrast showers, being outdoors, healthy eating, sleeping 8 hours a day, visiting a psychotherapist Spa treatment in neurological sanatoriums using all types of balneotherapy (hydrotherapy), reflexology, aromatherapy, physiotherapy, massage. Patients often do not take this IMPORTANT recommendation seriously and thereby aggravate their condition.

It is very important to normalize the blood circulation of the brain and prevent the development of stroke and other serious illnesses of cardio-vascular system. For example, the combination drug Vasobral improves blood circulation and metabolism in the brain. The components of the drug prevent thrombosis, reduce the permeability of the walls of blood vessels, increase the resistance of brain tissues to oxygen deficiency, increase mental and physical performance. The effectiveness of the drug in the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia has been clinically proven.

Drugs for the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia

Use antidepressants and tranquilizers.

Medications are individual - symptomatic. How multifunctional the autonomic nervous system is, how diverse the clinical picture of dystonia is, how variable the prescribed therapeutic combination is. The doctor prescribes all medications and indicates the dosage.

With an increase in blood pressure - antihypertensive drugs, with tachycardia - β blockers, with hypotension - caffeine, ginseng with B vitamins.

With venous insufficiency - vasoket, venoplant, detralex. These drugs are taken with heaviness in the head, throbbing, bursting headache, aggravated after sleep and in the hot season (on a Doppler study, venous insufficiency is confirmed at the same time), they are taken for a long time from 1 to 2 months, more often 1 tablet in the evening.

With dizziness and increased blood pressure, you can take cavinton, cavinton retard, oxybral, vinpocetine, sermion, nicerium. With reduced pressure and dizziness - preparations of ginkgo biloba - memoplant, ginkofar.

With noise in the head, betaserk is added - for adults, 16 mg 3 times a day or 24 mg 2 times a day for a long time - from 1 to 2 months. In case of acute dizziness, you can put the tablet under the tongue for a quick action.

Tranquilizers - afobazole, for example, have an anti-anxiety effect. You can take 1 tablet 3 times a day for a month.

Antidepressants are prescribed by a doctor - you should know that the minimum intake of such drugs is 6 months and the effect occurs on average at 10-14 days. Has an antidepressant effect Orange color- use it. Orange, Orange juice bright umbrella...

A smile, a purposeful stretching of the lips into a smile, contributes to the activation of brain regions associated with the formation of positive emotions. Smile more often - it increases vitality.

With asthenic syndrome, cerebrosthenia, neuroprotectors, antioxidants, drugs that improve blood circulation and microcirculation are prescribed - nootropil, piracetam, phenotropil, mildronate, cavinton, sermion, glycine, trental. Nootropil (piracetam, lucetam) is taken 1200 twice a day - in the morning and at lunchtime, for at least a month. Phenotropil 1 tablet per day. Glycine should be absorbed 2 tablets three times a day for 1-2 months.

The choice of any drugs should be taken with extreme caution so as not to cause addiction in the patient and the need for constant use in order to achieve relief from the condition. Attention is drawn to the domestic drug Eltacin, which relieves excessive tension, helps to stabilize pressure, improve sleep, increase energy potential organism and tissue resistance to oxygen starvation, and thus affects the cause of vegetovascular dystonia, and not just its symptoms.

In the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia, it is possible to use herbs for a sedative (calming), antidepressant effect on the nervous system (normalization of mood, anxiety relief, mental stress):

Melissa - sedative with antispasmodic and anxiolytic, antidepressant effect. “Delight of the heart” called Melissa Avicena, which makes the heart happy, strengthens the spirit and drives away dark thoughts. Used in the form of medicinal teas, decoctions, infusions
St. John's wort - antidepressant action - reduces anxiety, anxiety, normalizes sleep. It is used in combined tablets - Novo-Passit, is available in tablets - Deprim.
Hops - sedative effect, analgesic effect.
Hawthorn - normalizes heartbeat, lowers blood pressure, has a calming effect.
Mint - antispasmodic, hypnotic, sedative, cholagogue, reduces nausea.
Valerian - a sedative effect, normalizes sleep, relieves psycho-emotional stress.
use combined preparations- dormiplant, novo-passitis, sedasen, sedavit.

At VSD for hypertension type, you can use sedative herbs and hawthorn, swamp cudweed, raunatin, dog rose. You can take an infusion of hawthorn ¼ cup 4 times a day before meals (1 tablespoon of hawthorn flowers in 1 cup of hot water, leave for 2 hours). It is necessary to reduce the amount of salt, caffeine, alcohol, fats consumed. The diet needs to be diversified with vitamins - vegetables and fruits, pomegranate, apples, grapefruit, garlic, chocolate. Light physical exercise and walks in the fresh air are useful, maritime procedures, reflexology.

At VSD by hypotonic type you can use ginseng, eleutherococcus, chinese lemongrass, which increase efficiency and blood pressure - have tonic and adaptogenic properties. With increased excitability, insomnia, they can not be used. Ginseng tincture is taken in the morning on an empty stomach, 1 teaspoon for a month. Oxygen, pearl, aromatic baths, circular, fan tonic shower, physiotherapy exercises, sports, reflexology are recommended.

All medical and therapeutic measures are prescribed and controlled by a doctor.

Consultation of a doctor on vegetative-vascular dystonia

Question: How to get rid of vegetative-vascular dystonia (VVD)? How to cure vegetative-vascular dystonia?

Answer: For the treatment of vegetovascular dystonia, doctors prescribe special medications, including sedatives and antidepressants. However, it should be borne in mind that taking drugs for vegetative-vascular dystonia is necessary only with the knowledge of a doctor, since they can be addictive!

The treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia with folk remedies can be quite effective: in particular, infusions for cleansing blood vessels, heart tinctures, but only if there are no contraindications to them. Treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia with herbs (hawthorn, motherwort, etc.) also belongs to folk treatment, these remedies are only auxiliary in nature. Treatment of vegetovascular dystonia with folk remedies in practice does not give recovery, but it has a beneficial effect on the body, relieves some symptoms.

The most useful for vegetative-vascular dystonia is exercise therapy, which provides restorative action on the body. Therapeutic exercise for VVD is an excellent tool for training the body and increasing its performance. With vegetative-vascular dystonia, physical education, thought out taking into account the age, state of health of the patient, is simply necessary. However, exercises for VVD should be soft and completely exclude jumping. It should also be borne in mind that a mobile lifestyle in general is a prevention of vegetative-vascular dystonia.

Relaxation - the best remedy from vegetative dystonia. Naturally, a person cannot quit his job. However, it is quite possible and necessary to allow yourself to travel outside the city. A lot of attention is paid to the treatment of symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia in sanatoriums - there are a lot of special procedures which will help a person feel much better. Based on the results, we can say that sanatorium procedures are simply irreplaceable in the treatment of vegetovascular dystonia.

Question: I have been diagnosed with vegetative-vascular dystonia. I was prescribed by a doctor drug treatment, but there was no improvement after treatment. In this case, how can I cure VSD?

Answer: The causes of a disease such as VVD can often be psychological disorders(stress, depression, neurosis, overwork, chronic fatigue). It is impossible to separate mental health from physical health, real health combines both aspects. Fear, phobias - this causes panic attacks, vegetative-vascular dystonia or syndrome chronic fatigue. All this is treated by psychotherapists without pills, with the help of proven techniques. The treatment uses the method of behavioral therapy and hypnotherapy.

Question: What is better - to drink medicines and antidepressants for years or to get rid of the symptoms of VVD and panic attacks when visiting a psychotherapist?

If physical factors are the cause of the disease, then medications can and should be prescribed for the treatment of VVD. However, drugs for vegetative-vascular dystonia, caused by psychological disorders, are simply irrelevant. Will not help in this case in the treatment of VVD and folk remedies. In this case, the treatment of vegetative-vascular dystonia requires the help of a professional psychologist. Only in this case, the treatment of VVD will be really effective.

Question: How is vegetative-vascular dystonia related to panic attacks?

The description of panic attacks is very similar to the description of the symptoms of vegetative-vascular dystonia during a crisis (VVD attacks). The nature of panic attacks and exacerbations of VVD is the same: in the body at these moments there is a high concentration of adrenaline, norepinephrine and acetylcholine. These biologically active substances are the cause of emotional overload and pain. That is why patients in need of treatment for panic attacks are often diagnosed with vegetative-vascular dystonia and prescribed medicines from VVD, while people need psychological help. vegetative-vascular dystonia and panic attacks are easy to confuse, especially since in Russia not even all doctors know about panic attacks. Pain in VVD (and especially the headache characteristic of VVD) often does not need to be treated with drugs, but they continue to be prescribed. However, even in order to lower blood pressure (it rises with hypertensive VVD), we need not pills, but fast, professional psychological help.
The treatment of panic attacks and VVD symptoms, like the treatment of phobias, often does not require medical intervention.

Based on the materials of the article by the neurologist Novikova T.V.