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Suggest Treatment For Neck Pain In Case Of Spinal Stenosis

i started to have pain in my neck since almost 2 years ago. I had open heart surgery about 7 months ago . since first week of July i have been having sever pain in my lower left leg.The MRI of my back shows I have spinal-stenosis .Physical therapy is not working for me . I do yoga . I can not walk more than 3 to 5 minutes pain gets worst.
Tue, 28 Oct 2014
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. If your symptoms are worsening and physical therapy doesn't work, you can try NSAID drugs (if you didn't and your heart condition permits the use). In case NSAID drugs fail to improve your condition, I suggest you to consult a Neurosurgeon and to discus the possibility of decompressive surgery of stenosis, because progression of stenosis may lead to permanent neurologic damage. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
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Suggest Treatment For Neck Pain In Case Of Spinal Stenosis

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. If your symptoms are worsening and physical therapy doesn t work, you can try NSAID drugs (if you didn t and your heart condition permits the use). In case NSAID drugs fail to improve your condition, I suggest you to consult a Neurosurgeon and to discus the possibility of decompressive surgery of stenosis, because progression of stenosis may lead to permanent neurologic damage. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.