History of the name
The name of the disease appeared in the Middle Ages. This is due to the fact that men at that time rarely even lived to be 45 years old. And in women it appeared, as a rule, before the onset of menopause. At this time, most of them were widows.
In women of reproductive age, the development of the menopausal hump is prevented by sex hormones. And during menopause, fat is no longer deposited in the hips and buttocks, but in the neck-collar area and back according to the male type.
In men, this defect can also occur, but this phenomenon will no longer correspond to its name.
Removal of widow's hump
The widow's hump (menopausal hump) is an excessive, localized deposition of adipose tissue in the posterior cervical-thoracic spine. Many people don’t know what widow’s hump is, but there are those who are seriously bothered by it. Most often it forms in women after forty years, and it can come as a surprise not only to women, but also to men. In women, during menopause the production of estrogens (female sex hormones) gradually decreases, which contributes to the formation of subcutaneous fat in the back and cervical-collar area. This neoplasm has nothing to do with osteochondrosis or salt deposition. Additional factors influencing the formation of withers:
- overweight, obesity;
- passive lifestyle;
- osteoporosis - a severe deficiency of calcium in the bones, causing them to become fragile; in this case, the bone tissue can be subject to severe deformation, and not only in the neck area;
- Itsenko-Cushing's syndrome can also cause the growth of a widow's hump.
With this disease, the adrenal glands begin to produce excessive amounts of hormones, causing fat to accumulate in the upper part of the body. What is the danger of such a disease? Gradually growing, adipose tissue compresses blood vessels and nerve plexuses, which threatens serious neurological disorders. Blood supply to the brain deteriorates, which contributes to the appearance of symptoms such as:
- dizziness;
- constant or regular headaches;
- numbness of the upper extremities;
- blood pressure surges;
- development of memory problems;
- bad dream.
Such a hormonal phenomenon is difficult to hide with items of clothing, except for voluminous scarves, shawls, sweaters, etc. It interferes with posture and also spoils the figure, which women pay a lot of attention to.
Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to get rid of a hump on the neck at home - with the help of diets, gymnastics or orthopedic corsets. In this regard, such “classical” treatment methods as massage and shockwave therapy are also ineffective - even a long course of these procedures can reduce the widow’s hump only temporarily. Just a few months later, the hated “buffalo scruff” grows back in the same place, forcing the woman to spend time and money on expensive therapy again and again. Very often, patients with this problem end up with general surgeons, who make a diagnosis of lipoma. As a rule, trying to remove a “lipoma” does not lead to anything good. The lump remains in place, and a huge, rough post-operative scar is added to it. In the worst case, large areas of skin necrosis!
Symptoms of "widow's hump":
- neck pain, feeling of severe tension;
- stooping, forced unnatural position of the head;
- specific crunches and clicks when turning the head;
- decreased sensitivity and numbness of the neck muscles;
- dizziness and headache;
- pressure surges;
- fatigue and drowsiness.
Symptoms usually appear when an aesthetic problem becomes a physiological one. The neoplasm occurs between the skin and muscle tissue and is visually similar to a mound.
There are no clinical signs of the disease, but if the “wen” is left unattended, it will continue to grow. Due to excessive accumulation of dense fat and poor posture, changes in muscle tone develop (muscle-tonic syndrome), which subsequently leads to obstruction of blood flow to the brain.
Results, duration of effect
Improvements appear after the first procedure. The maximum effect is achieved after completing the full course. The final result is a reduction in the hump to an imperceptible size, firmness and elasticity of the skin. And the duration of the effect depends on the patient’s lifestyle. If you follow the cosmetologist's recommendations, the withers on your neck will never be disturbed again.
Reasons for appearance
There are many reasons for the appearance of a widow's hump, although it cannot indicate the presence of any diseases. The more you are in a static state and under the influence of provoking factors, the larger the mound will grow and the more difficult it will be to fight it.
Experts identify the following causes:
- genetic predisposition;
- endocrine diseases;
- prolonged static muscle tension, injury;
- osteoporosis, age-related changes in intervertebral discs and muscles;
- passive lifestyle;
- side effect from the use of hormonal drugs;
- diabetes, obesity, unhealthy diet.
Widow's hump should be treated in the initial stages of occurrence. To do this, the cause that provokes the pathology must be eliminated.
Treatment methods
Treatment of withers on the neck in Moscow is carried out using proven and safe techniques. The choice of a specific one depends on the condition and size of the hump.
The first option is shock wave therapy (SWT) , which destroys fat cells using acoustic waves. At the same time, blood circulation and lymphatic drainage are stimulated. A shock sound wave from a special device is directed to the neck. The patient does not feel discomfort or pain, the maximum is a slight tingling sensation and pleasant warmth. The duration of exposure is 10-20 minutes. The recommended course is 5 sessions at weekly intervals.
The second method is the “Icoone Laser” procedure . This is a device that has a fractional vibration-vacuum effect. It is used for massage; 2 attachments are used simultaneously for a symmetrical effect on blood and lymph flow. The procedure lasts from 40 to 60 minutes. To completely eliminate the withers on the neck, a minimum of 5 sessions are recommended.
Another treatment option in Moscow is intralipotherapy . This is an injection method of selective correction using a lipolytic drug. Moreover, the effect is comparable to the effect of liposuction. The drug “dissolves” the fat cell membrane, and gradual destruction of the deposit occurs. To completely eliminate a hump on the neck, 2 to 5 procedures are required. Each takes no more than 10 minutes.
Diagnosis and treatment
First, you should contact a specialist. He will take a history, examine the patient and palpate the tumor. To clarify the diagnosis and choose treatment tactics, he will prescribe you:
- Ultrasound of soft tissues and vessels of the neck;
- X-ray of the spine;
- MRI as indicated.
This data will help:
- exclude spinal pathology;
- determine the composition and condition of subcutaneous adipose tissue (exclude lipoma, which is often mistaken for a menopausal hump);
- identify the cause.
A team of specialists is involved in the diagnosis and treatment of lipodystrophy (menopausal hump): a surgeon, an endocrinologist, a neurologist, an orthopedist, etc., depending on the causes of the development of the pathology and its consequences.
Why does a widow's hump appear?
A hump on the neck is a deposition of fat in the area of the 7th cervical vertebra, which is accompanied by an external protrusion. Without timely treatment, the condition worsens: the hump increases, stooping appears and the back seems excessively round. This also poses a health hazard - there is a risk of squeezing the vertebral artery.
The reason for the growth of adipose tissue is an increased amount of estrogen. If a woman has an active sex life, hormones are used to maintain reproductive functions. After menopause, hormonal disruption occurs and fat is deposited in a male pattern, affecting the shoulders and neck. This explains the second name of the pathology - menopausal hump.
Additional risk factors:
- Disturbed functioning of the endocrine system;
- Heredity;
- Age-related decrease in skeletal elasticity;
- Regular overstrain of skeletal muscles;
- Side effects of hormonal medications taken;
- Sedentary lifestyle.
Laser lipolysis: widow's hump removed in DECA at an affordable cost
How much does it cost to remove a widow's hump using laser lipolysis? In our clinic, the cost of treating one area on the body is only 15,000 rubles. It is quite possible to perform lipolysis of several areas in one procedure - for example, to get rid of fat deposits on the withers (from the widow's hump) and tighten the stomach.
If you are interested in laser lipolysis of the hump: prices, possible results, details of the procedure, combining lipolysis of several zones, sign up for a consultation. Our specialist will answer all your questions, determine the feasibility of the correction, and show the results (photos) of the patients.
Improving yourself and your body is easy if DECA specialists help you!
Benefits of non-surgical therapy
Removal of the widow's hump using the indicated methods is non-traumatic and painless. There is no swelling, lumps, or bruises left on the neck. No inflammatory reactions occur. All procedures do not require preparation or long recovery.
A wither on the neck is a cosmetic defect and a health hazard. This requires timely treatment. The BL Clinic offers innovative techniques for painless and quick removal of widow's hump. Your neck will become smooth, toned and attractive in a short time. Sign up for a consultation!
Laser lipolysis for widow's hump: procedure progress
A puncture is made under local anesthesia, through which the entire procedure will be performed.
That is, a scalpel and incisions are not required here, and after the puncture a scar will not appear. A cannula with a laser probe inside is inserted into the puncture; with its help, fat cells are destroyed. In this case, the cells of the skin and muscle tissues and nerve fibers remain intact, that is, the destructive effect of the laser is selective. Another positive property of the laser is coagulation (sealing) of blood vessels, which occurs immediately during the procedure. As a rule, laser lipolysis on the withers does not require aspiration of the lysate, that is, pumping out and removing the breakdown product of fat cells. The lysate (in an emulsion state) enters the bloodstream and is gradually broken down in the liver, and then leaves the patient’s body.
Recovery after the procedure takes place in “light” mode - quickly, easily, without discomfort for the patient. The result will be assessed in approximately 4-6 weeks - after the lysate is completely removed from the body.
Fat cells are destroyed and are not restored. The fact is that every person’s body has a certain number of fat cells; they are formed before the age of 16. Therefore, removal of the widow's hump using laser lipolysis gives lifelong results. By devoting just a little time to the problem, you have the opportunity to eliminate a significant flaw in your appearance once and for all.
