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| Whats the best way to stop or ease syaitic near pain? i have a ruptured disk.without surgery? |
Definitely see a chiropractor! I had the same pain (sciatica) caused from degenerative spine condition & now I have no back pain (it took a year of treatment, but it is worth it).
They are ... |
| Who would be a better physician?neurological or ortheopedic for my ruptured disk im needing surgery? |
If it is in your neck, a neurosurgeon will be the one to operate. If in the mid or lower back then a spinal surgeon (sub-specialty of orthopaedic surgeon) or neurosurgeon would be the one to opera... |
| Is a bludged disk in the L4/L5 spine the same as a ruptured disk ? |
No. If it's bulging, it's squished enough that a nerve is pinched. (kinda like a water balloon that doesn't break when stood upon)
If it's ruptured, the water/fluid is out ... |
| My mom has a ruptured disk and chronic back and neck pain, does laser pain therapy really work to help pain? |
Yes that is one of the conditions low level lasers are used to treat, but you will probably have to consult with the doctor to find out if it will help. You can learn more about what it does at ... |
| I have a ruptured disk in my back, how can I help the pain? |
I used oxycontin and oxycodone, neither one worked and I haven't found anything that really helps, I had an epidural
and that only worked for about 3 weeks, now I just limit what
I do
somet... |
| Cortisone shot ruptured my disk? |
It's highly unlikely that it was caused by the injection. The worst risk of epidurals that I've read about (and I've done a LOT of research) is the possibility of bleeding into the ... |
| Does anyone have any advice on how to ease the pain of a ruptured disk? |
My father-in-law had the same problem and he dropped dead after having a heart attack from all the pain meds he was on. Before the drugs took over his life he tried a few things........A special be... |
| I have to have surgery on a ruptured disk in my lower back but I am only 30. Any advice on types available? |
Two of my patients have got spinal surgery in India.One was treated for spondylolistheis by spinal fusion and the other for discectomy of herniated disc.Both of them are very happy with the results... |
| Ruptured disk in lower back? |
When you say ruptured, I assume you mean that the disc is completely sequestered (the fluid has completely leaked out) and the annular wall is no longer intact.
When this happens, there is no ... |
| Can herniated (ruptured) cervical disks cause migraine headaches? |
yes they can cause headaches or dizziness,because the disc can sometimes be pinching on a nerve, by the different ways you move. ... |
| Can someone please tell me what it feels like at the time a disk ruptures in your back? |
A ruptured disc is very painful. The pain depends on where the disc is. If is in your lumber vertabrae (lower back), you can have shooting pains down you legs and feel like your unable to walk. ... |
| I have three ruptured disks in my lower back, can any one share their experiences? |
Although I am not male, I think disc problems are the same.
I have had ruptured discs at L4, L5 & S1.
First doctor tried medication, did this for 2 years and I only got worse.
Next I w... |
| Who are doctors located in alabama that perform disk replacement? |
Ask your GP ... |
| Inversion table question for chiropractors or someone familiar with disk problems? |
They have been shown not to really do a whole lot..I mean they may feel different/good? kind of a stretch feeling to back..but w/i 30mins or so after back up standing etc..gravity has you back wher... |
| Any treatment suggestions foor ruptured disks in neck and back? |
Have you ever heard of disc decompression? I used to work for a Dr that does this. It is fairly new and not a lot places offer it yet but it is worth checking into. It really works! Go to the w... |
| How long does suboxone stay in your system? |
one single dose will not block for a long time. probably a whole day at most. back when i used to do heroin, we would take suboxone in the morning to get a sick off, get heroin by the end of the ev... |
| Anyone ever have...? |
Two of my patients have got their back surgery in India.One was treated for spondylolistheis by spinal fusion and the other for disc replacement.Both of them are very happy with the results.Their p... |
| Back surgery? |
I just had a ruptured disk removed from between L4 and L5. It was resting on my Sciatic nerve and I was almost completely incapacitated. I had it removed Dec. 14th, was released from the hospital o... |
| Having back surgery what are my chances of a successful surgery? |
I guess it depends on what type of help you are looking for. Do you want him completely pain free? That would be nice but it's not very likley. My husband has been through 6 back operations. ... |
| Pregnancy and pain pills? |
DON'T TAKE THE HYDROCODONE!!!! It crosses the placenta meaning the baby is also getting a dosage. Causing what happens in your brain receptors to happen to theirs as well.
You need to make... |
| Neck pain swelling another question with more detail? |
If the MRI was negative for neoplasms, then stop worrying. Listen to your doctor and stop second-guessing him. Take his advice. Ask for a referral to a Head & Neck specialist (ENT) and take t... |
| Would you have surgery? |
Been there, done that. Yes, have the surgery. Not a pleasant option, but believe me, the relief (of pain) is well worth the discomfort of surgery. Good luck. ... |
| Have 2 ruptured and protruding disks,(L4/L5) what is the best bed (already tried tempurpedic, it sucked)? |
I shattered the L5/S1 disc, L4/5 & L3/4 are herniated; this all started in 1981, I can relate to your problem!
The best bed I have found is the Sleep Number Bed; currently it is being advert... |
| Sciatica, numbness, fusion...? |
I have had everything you described except I was able to get by with a microdisectomy of the L-5/S-1 instead of fusion.
However, the nerve damage you described is common. It will take up to a... |
| Have you had a successful back surgery? |
numbness is possible, talk to your doctor about lyrica, neurontin, cymbalta, amitriptyline etc, good luck ... |
| I have taken 3 steroid packs from November 2005 to March 2006. I gained 25 lbs. How can I lose the weight? |
The following healthy living recommendations will help you if you鈥檙e trying to lose weight, tone up your muscles, have aspirations of building lean muscle mass, are attempting to get a wash board s... |
| Am in terrible pain, cant sit, or walk far, cant bend or lift , should i have a spinal fusion? |
Speak to your Doctor! If surgery is possible and needed he should refer you to an Orthopedic Surgeon. Find out from them what other treatments are available and what is likely to happen if the surg... |
| Can a pinched nerve in the spine cause arm pain? |
It matters how far down the spine the rupture is. If it is at nipple level and above there is a chance that the pain is from there. There is also a chance that the pain is in your visceral organs (... |
| What is the best bed for back pain relief? |
All I can say is the experience I have had and I truly hope my advice, will help..DO NOT SLEEP on a hard floor! I have had back surgery removing dics 4 and 5, a rod was placed, eight screws and a ... |
| Track or Treadmill? |
A treadmill provides a softer, more "forgiving" surface to run on but it is soooooooo boring. Ask your doctor if you can run outside and if so, what surface...track, road, grass... ... |
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