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Is Fusion Surgery Good For Spinal Canal Stenotic
I have recently had an MRI which shows central spinal canal stenotic at C 5-6 and 6-7, diffuse annular disc bulge posteriorly. Horrible neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain constantly! Over the last 9 yrs. I have had numerous injections, blocks, medications, etc with no relief. I was seen by a Spine specialist who has recommended fusion surgery. Does this sound reasonable?
Tue, 29 Mar 2016
hi,
as per me I think you need to try out physiotherapy initially with focussed on the Strengthening of the neck, upper back, interscapular muscles and upper limb as a whole. For pain management try out ultrasound therapy and TENS. I have been seeing many patients with same issues but I personally do not recommend them surgery and I have 100% of successful rehabilitation process of their physical status. I wish you try out this whole process of physical therapy, as neck surgery is not always a good option to choose from.
god bless you
as per me I think you need to try out physiotherapy initially with focussed on the Strengthening of the neck, upper back, interscapular muscles and upper limb as a whole. For pain management try out ultrasound therapy and TENS. I have been seeing many patients with same issues but I personally do not recommend them surgery and I have 100% of successful rehabilitation process of their physical status. I wish you try out this whole process of physical therapy, as neck surgery is not always a good option to choose from.
god bless you
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