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What Are The Benefits Of Copper Bracelet?
I have gotten cervical disc c6/7 herniation and under treatment of local neurosurgeon wearing philadelphia collar 24 hours, and medication. One of my doctors has advised me to start wearing copper bracelet as this will greatly help alleviate the pain. Is this true? Please advise me the benefits of wearing copper bracelet as I have cervical spondylosis in C4/5 as well as revealed by MRI.
Fri, 6 Nov 2015
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No there is no role, no benefit and no connection of copper bracelet for the case you have. I am unable to understand the reason why your Doctor gave this illogical statement.
I have also seen a ridiculous statement in the newspaper that there is a so called fake research study results done on it and they have found that copper absorbs in the body through skin and has an anti inflammatory properties and is good for arthritis. It is not a scholarly research and the results are not from an independent third party source. There is a definite need for more research on it by some authentic medical source.
My suggestion to you is to follow the instructions of your treating physician for this is a genuine concern and effective treatment is necessary for you to get better.
I am pretty much hopeful that it concludes all the concerns you had. Kindly let me know if you still have any doubts or additional health queries as there is always room for suspicions when we consult virtually. I am available 24/7 to answer any of your follow-up health queries. Give a positive feedback. It boosts us up to work even harder for patients.
Healthiest Regards!
Dr. Sumaira Kousar MD.
USA
No there is no role, no benefit and no connection of copper bracelet for the case you have. I am unable to understand the reason why your Doctor gave this illogical statement.
I have also seen a ridiculous statement in the newspaper that there is a so called fake research study results done on it and they have found that copper absorbs in the body through skin and has an anti inflammatory properties and is good for arthritis. It is not a scholarly research and the results are not from an independent third party source. There is a definite need for more research on it by some authentic medical source.
My suggestion to you is to follow the instructions of your treating physician for this is a genuine concern and effective treatment is necessary for you to get better.
I am pretty much hopeful that it concludes all the concerns you had. Kindly let me know if you still have any doubts or additional health queries as there is always room for suspicions when we consult virtually. I am available 24/7 to answer any of your follow-up health queries. Give a positive feedback. It boosts us up to work even harder for patients.
Healthiest Regards!
Dr. Sumaira Kousar MD.
USA
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