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Suggest Treatment For Neck And Shoulder Pain
I am 47 years old female 5 6 11st. and have suffered from neck and shoulder pain for approx 1 year.I also have pain and weakness in right arm and hand.I have had physio prior to the diagnosis but this didnt help.Also tried accupuncture and visited an osteopath, still no help. Last June I was sent for an xray which showed that I had chronic osteo arthritis from c3 to c7. My doctor has given me various medications to help with the pain. The spinal practioner has requested an mri before she decides how to treat me. My GP has also reffered me to Walton and Gobowen hospitals. In your opinion would an operation be an option for me?
Thu, 16 Apr 2020
Hello,
It may be due to occipital neuralgia. For that you may require MRI neck, nerve conduction studies after spine surgeon consultation. Continue physical therapy. You may require tablet pregabalin and multivitamin after consultation. Take balanced diet and proper rest.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
It may be due to occipital neuralgia. For that you may require MRI neck, nerve conduction studies after spine surgeon consultation. Continue physical therapy. You may require tablet pregabalin and multivitamin after consultation. Take balanced diet and proper rest.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale, General & Family Physician
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