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What Causes A Knot On Back When Suffering From Herniated Disc?

Hi there so I was rear ended in an auto accident where I now have learned I have a herniated disc in my neck and my mid lower back...my chiropractor ordered an MRI which is how I learned of the discs but my hopefull question to u is...on the MRI it showed a faint mass in my mid back and I never had this before this accident. Shortly after the accident my fiancee was rubbing my back when I thought I had a bruise it turns out its a knot coming outward. What could this be? Should I be finding a specialist besides the chiropractor?
Fri, 14 Aug 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.
Due to compression of this nerve root there is pain in your back and neck.

Yes i will advise you to consult orthopaedic surgeon.

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

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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What Causes A Knot On Back When Suffering From Herniated Disc?

Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of this nerve root there is pain in your back and neck. Yes i will advise you to consult orthopaedic surgeon. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. 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.