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How Can Backache On The Right Side Be Treated?

Hi, I have been getting treatment (PT, chiro, cortisone and most recently PRP) for back pain that started in April of 2017. MRI showed disc degeneration and on the right side of my spine, along with more stenosis on the left side. I keep hearing this will ultimately bring me to surgery where they will chip away or remove the part of the bone that is pressing on the inflamed nerve. I can manage the pain and find that adjustments via chiropractor are helpful. Can I expect to be able to wait until hole is closed or very close to close before I have this surgery or do I need to do it right away? I see the doctor I have been directed to is a family practice doc....I would not go to a family practice doctor for this advice so I certainly won t be working with this doctor for answers. Thank you, Carol Milan
Thu, 22 Feb 2018
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Hello,

Thanks for your query on HCM

"As"per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this -

1)Do clinical examination by your treating Doctor [Neurologist] and reconfirm current status by MRI and Myelogram.

2)Continue treatment as per your Doctor's advice.[Medications and physiotherapy]

3)Your doctor may suggest surgery if conservative treatments fail to improve your symptoms after six weeks, especially if you continue to experience-

1)Numbness or weakness

2)Difficulty standing or walking

3)Loss of bladder or bowel control

Do follow lifestyle modifications like this -

1)Do exercise. Strengthening the trunk muscles helps stabilize and support the spine.

2)Try to maintain good posture. Good posture reduces the pressure on your spine and disks. Keep your back straight and aligned, particularly when sitting for long periods. Lift heavy objects properly, making your legs not your back.

3)Try to maintain a healthy weight. Excess weight puts more pressure on the spine and discs, making them more susceptible to herniation.

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How Can Backache On The Right Side Be Treated?

Hello, Thanks for your query on HCM As per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this - 1)Do clinical examination by your treating Doctor [Neurologist] and reconfirm current status by MRI and Myelogram. 2)Continue treatment as per your Doctor s advice.[Medications and physiotherapy] 3)Your doctor may suggest surgery if conservative treatments fail to improve your symptoms after six weeks, especially if you continue to experience- 1)Numbness or weakness 2)Difficulty standing or walking 3)Loss of bladder or bowel control Do follow lifestyle modifications like this - 1)Do exercise. Strengthening the trunk muscles helps stabilize and support the spine. 2)Try to maintain good posture. Good posture reduces the pressure on your spine and disks. Keep your back straight and aligned, particularly when sitting for long periods. Lift heavy objects properly, making your legs not your back. 3)Try to maintain a healthy weight. Excess weight puts more pressure on the spine and discs, making them more susceptible to herniation. Hope that helps