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Suggest Remedy For Neck And Backpain Due To Bulging Discs In Upper Back
Hi Doctor I am having neck and back pain, it started with paqin in the middle to upper back going into my arms and hands tingle. Now it has progressed to my lower back and i have terrible pain in the back of my legs, it feels like i could get severe cramps at anytime, it really is bad when i lay down. also hurts when i walk. I have had an MRI on the upper back is showing 2 bulging discs and i have had surgery in the past for c4 5 6 & 7 due to no spinal fluid getting thru. I cant see my surgeon for a month. what can i do in the mean time to help sleep I am on some pain pills but they are not working?
Thu, 24 Jul 2014
Hello,
I have studied your case.
I will advise you to do MRI spine to see for any disc bulge or spinal canal stenosis.
And also check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
Medication like methylcobalamine and analgesic will reduce pain.
You can continue yoga exercises and focus on spine extension exercises.
Some exercises which can be done include- Spine extension exercises, Lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.
Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stay
Position for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.
You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.
If not relieved you can take epidural injection.
Hope this helps. Wish you a speedy recovery.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Take care
I have studied your case.
I will advise you to do MRI spine to see for any disc bulge or spinal canal stenosis.
And also check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
Medication like methylcobalamine and analgesic will reduce pain.
You can continue yoga exercises and focus on spine extension exercises.
Some exercises which can be done include- Spine extension exercises, Lying on your stomach flat lift leg 6 inches from ground, do it for other leg.
Now lift both hand and leg simultaneously, 6 inch off the ground and stay
Position for around 10 breathes. Core stabilizing spine exercises will help.
You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.
If not relieved you can take epidural injection.
Hope this helps. Wish you a speedy recovery.
If you find this answer helpful do not hesitate to rate this answer at end of discussion.
Take care
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