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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Arms And Head

I had a spinal tap done on Friday. This was the first time I had the procedure done. I have been bed ridden since then. I am feeling a little better, but I still can t sit up for more than 15 minutes and during that time my shoulders become really sore and pain shoots down my arms and my head is pounding. I have been lying on my back and drinking caffeine as directed, but I am still having those complications. What can I do to get rid of the pain
Wed, 21 Oct 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.
Due to compression of nerve root there can be pain.
Also there can be large disc bulge which is compressing over spinal cord.

For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.
Till time, avoid lifting weights. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give you relief.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.

MRI spine will help in diagnosis and treatment.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Arms And Head

Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of nerve root there can be pain. Also there can be large disc bulge which is compressing over spinal cord. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give you relief. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. MRI spine will help in diagnosis and treatment. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.