Do not be surprised if vitamins are listed as a separate item in the treatment plan for osteochondrosis. Taking vitamins for osteochondrosis is essential, so do not skimp on this aspect.
Vitamins are necessary to nourish the cartilage tissue of the intervertebral discs. This helps to slow down complex degenerative changes and, to some extent, restore damaged tissues. If osteochondrosis is in remission, the doctor will prescribe tablets, and during exacerbations, injections. It is also important to diversify your diet with foods containing vitamins A, B, and C.

General recommendations
Vitamins are the building blocks for cartilage tissue. A deficiency in micronutrients causes the intervertebral discs to dry out and deform, leading to the development of osteochondrosis.
Vitamins are divided into two major groups:
By Absorption Method_______Antioxidants_______Group B_______Group D________________
Fat-Soluble________________________ E_________________A_____________ D___________________
Water-Soluble_______________________C_________________B1____________B2__________B6_B12
Fat-soluble vitamins are better absorbed with food. It is equally important to ensure adequate water intake for the proper absorption of water-soluble vitamins.
All vitamins are divided into two groups. A course of vitamin therapy for the treatment of spine disease is a mandatory condition. In many patients with osteochondrosis, nutritional disorders are the main cause of the disease. The task of vitamin therapy is to provide the necessary resources to combat dystrophic processes.
Vitamins for osteochondrosis and their benefits
Vitamin-containing drugs strengthen the immune system and give the body the strength to overcome osteochondrosis. Metabolism accelerates, cells renew faster, allowing cartilage tissue to regenerate and become less prone to destruction.
Each vitamin performs a specific function:
· Prevents calcium salts from depositing and forming osteophytes, slowing down the rate of dystrophic changes.
· Protects and strengthens the structure of the cartilage tissue of the intervertebral discs, preventing hernias.
· Positively affects nerve fibers, reducing pain.
· Reduces inflammation and promotes tissue regeneration.

Detailed overview of essential vitamins:
Retinol (Vitamin A)
Vitamin A (retinol) improves metabolic processes and participates in the formation of bone tissue. Retinol has wound-healing properties and slows down the aging process. It is responsible for tissue regeneration at the cellular level. By stimulating collagen synthesis, it strengthens the intervertebral discs, making them more resilient and elastic.
B Vitamins
It is crucial to take B vitamins for osteochondrosis:
· B1 (thiamine) – ensures the nutrition and restoration of nerve tissue.
· B2 (riboflavin) – makes cartilage more elastic.
· B6 (pyridoxine) – positively affects the nervous system.
· B12 (cyanocobalamin) – stops the inflammatory process.
A unique property of B vitamins is their analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. These substances are essential in the comprehensive therapy of osteochondrosis.
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
Vitamin C, known as ascorbic acid, is responsible for strengthening the immune system and regenerating connective tissue. It stimulates the active production of collagen, which is necessary for strengthening cartilage.
Calciferol (Vitamin D)
Calciferol (Vitamin D) strengthens the bone tissue of the vertebrae, preventing their deformation. It accelerates the regeneration processes of connective tissue. It is prescribed not only for the treatment of osteochondrosis but also for the prevention of osteoporosis.
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
Vitamin E (tocopherol) rejuvenates cells and regenerates cartilage tissue, normalizes blood circulation, improving the supply of nutrients to the spine. It strengthens muscle tissue and protects the body from the destructive effects of toxins.
Multivitamin preparations
Pharmacies offer a wide range of single-component vitamin complexes and multivitamins, making it difficult to choose the right preparation without specialist help.
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Consult a neurologist to determine which vitamins to take for osteochondrosis and select the appropriate supplements for your specific case. To identify which elements are lacking in your body, a special blood test is required. Additionally, the doctor should specify the duration of the vitamin course for cervical, thoracic, or lumbar osteochondrosis.
Of course, vitamins alone cannot cure osteochondrosis. In addition to multivitamin complexes, it is important to take other medications such as anti-inflammatory drugs, chondroprotectors, and muscle relaxants.
Injections
Sometimes vitamin supplements are prescribed in the form of injections. In the intestines, vitamins are absorbed slowly, and some are even lost. To increase the effectiveness of therapy, it is recommended to administer the medication via injections.
The list of vitamins that can be injected for osteochondrosis is as follows:
"Milgamma" is a therapeutic solution, which contains B vitamins and lidocaine. The medicine quickly relieves inflammation and restores nerve fibers, and also relieves pain. In the acute phase of osteochondrosis, Milgamma is administered 1 ampoule per day, and in remission – every other day.
"Neurobion" is the same composition, only without lidocaine. The medicine relieves pain in case of pinched nerve roots - osteochondrosis, which is widespread in the future. The injection regimen is 1 ampoule per day for acute pain and every other day as a maintenance treatment.
"Pyridoxine" is a one-component solution, containing only vitamin B6. It is available in powder form, so it must first be diluted. A single dose is 50-100 mg per day. It can be injected into a muscle or injected into a vein.
There are many options for single-component solutions and multivitamins. A neurologist will advise which ones can be injected to help alleviate osteochondrosis.
Foods containing vitamins
It is important to include in your diet foods that contain the highest amounts of vitamins necessary for cervical, thoracic, and lumbar osteochondrosis.

· Vitamin A (Retinol): Rich sources include carrots, liver, and fish such as cod and herring. It can also be found in apricots, peaches, and dairy products, especially cheese and homemade butter.
· B Vitamins: These are found in many foods. All types of meat contain the four main B vitamins: B1, B2, B6, and B12. Bone broths are good for strengthening cartilage. Fish and seafood are also beneficial. Choose oats, buckwheat, barley, and semolina from grains. They are present in milk, fermented dairy products, and cheese. Vegetables like potatoes, cabbage, homegrown tomatoes, carrots, corn, greens, and legumes also contain B vitamins. Some fruits, such as bananas, apples, and plums, are good sources. Include nuts, seeds, grains, rye bread, and eggs in your diet. Cocoa lovers will be pleased to know that these substances are found in cocoa as well.
· Vitamin C: Found in large quantities in citrus fruits and almost all fruits and berries available in summer. Vegetables rich in vitamin C include red peppers, radishes, and greens. It is also present in rose hips. You can collect berries in summer and make delicious rose hip tea in winter.
· Vitamin D: The highest amount is found in fish oil. Vitamin D can also be obtained from egg yolks, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, potatoes, and mushrooms. An important source of this vitamin is sunlight, so do not miss the opportunity to sunbathe a little in summer.
· Vitamin E: All vegetable oils are rich in this vitamin. Diversify your diet with salads dressed with olive, hemp, and flaxseed oils.
· Calcium: While it is believed that the highest amount of calcium is found in milk and cheese, other foods can provide this nutrient just as well. Sesame seeds, which can be added to salads and baked goods, are rich in calcium. Eating a handful of almonds or hazelnuts, a few cloves of garlic, and fresh parsley daily is beneficial. Although not a vitamin, calcium is included in almost all vitamin complexes.
As you can see, the list of foods does not include any rare or expensive items. They are easy to find in markets and stores. All that remains is to review your daily diet and create a menu that maximizes the intake of nutrients beneficial for the spine.
Vitamins are an excellent means of preventing osteochondrosis and other types of dorsopathy. Vitamin therapy should be conducted in courses. For example, during the exacerbation stage of osteochondrosis, which most often occurs in autumn or spring and coincides with a period of acute vitamin deficiency, it is better to take vitamin complexes. In summer, try to compensate for the lack of micronutrients through enhanced nutrition, a healthy lifestyle, and sunlight.