I went to the doc today since my left shoulder and neck have been just killing me. I have tingles all the way down my arm, through the elbow and to the tips of my fingers.
My doc gave me a muscle relaxer and said its its not better in 2 weeks, I need an MRI for a possible bulging disc.
Anyone else been through this too or any thoughts?
What therapy was used to relieve it for you?
2006-08-21 15:08:05 · 10 answers · asked by Lisa the Pooh 7 in Health ➔ Other - Health
I have been seeing my chiropractor every other day for the past 2 weeks.
He thinks there is another problem too-- like something in my lung or a bulging disc too. That's why I went to my GP today.
2006-08-21 15:23:06 · update #1
I work for Neurosurgeons and we see this stuff all day long ... If your insurance will allow it, go see a Spine specialist or Neurologist for an evaluation. The tingling in your arm says that the nerves in your neck are being compressed ...
DO NOT see a chiropractor!! You should never have your neck yanked on.
See a specialist and get that MRI - they may be able to treat it with steroids or massage but if not, see a Neurosurgeon NOT an Orthopedic surgeon.
Good luck!
2006-08-21 15:22:55 · answer #1 · answered by BigBadBoo 3 · 5⤊ 0⤋
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Bulging Disc in neck-- anyone else had that?
I went to the doc today since my left shoulder and neck have been just killing me. I have tingles all the way down my arm, through the elbow and to the tips of my fingers.
My doc gave me a muscle relaxer and said its its not better in 2 weeks, I need an MRI for a possible bulging disc.
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2015-08-26 08:32:23 · answer #2 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a chiropractor and in this situation I will usually try to help the patient for a couple of weeks. If at that point it has not improved at all, I refer out to a neurologist for more invasive treatment. Every patient is different but many times a cortisone shot will be attempted before surgery, in fact a series of 3 is the standard. If those don't work surgery is the final option.
Depending on the situation I commonly recommend they continue treatment with me until the time of the surgery. Usually that gives it a good two months to improve to a point where the patient can avoid surgery. If not, the surgery is already scheduled and can take care of it, though even most neurosurgeons would agree that it should always be the last option.
2006-08-22 08:59:40 · answer #3 · answered by ctrudersheim 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I had a bulging disk on the right side at the c5 and c6. Weeks of physio, massage therapy, acupuncture and ultrasound helped. But over all, I just stopped lifting things, and using my upper body. It took about a full year before I could even think about the gym. I could only swim on my back. Now I have it again on the left hand side and I am in agony. It hurts to walk, laugh, talk, run, move, bend over etc. Physio feels like it is making it worse. Many people have suggested a chiropractor. I have never been to one. Thoughts? Also, what is the percentage of people who need surgery for this?!!! Neurosurgeon?! What?!!!
2014-12-13 09:42:48 · answer #4 · answered by Barbara Ann 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a matter of fact, I am going through the same thing. Bulging discs at cervical C-4, C-5, with extensive bone spurs. Thank goodness i am right handed, as my L shoulder, arm, and hand are markedly weaker than my right. Having PT for this, have had an epidural cervical steroid injection that provided me with about two weeks worth of relief.
I have known people that had surgery for this with very good results; however, surgery is absolutely not an option for me, as am still "recuperating" from back surgery in Jan. 2006. Follow your doc.'s orders, live in a healthy manner, and relax if possible.
It may actually resolve itself if it is only strained muscles. When it comes to your health, remember knowledge is power, and research as much as you can. Good luck!!
2006-08-21 15:24:00 · answer #5 · answered by lilyrdhead 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a bulging disc in my neck as well. It is pressing on some nerves and it causes numbness in my fingers. The nerves that come from the cervical area of your spine run down your upper limbs. I was told that surgery would help but I am too scared so I just suffer. Muscle relaxers don't really help because you aren't having muscle problems. Pinching nerves is what is going on.
2006-08-21 15:30:10 · answer #6 · answered by redbugss 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Seems like you have a pinched nerve aside from the bulge... Have an x-ray taken then see a chiropractor or an orthopedic doctor. something is out of line.
For the pain, you could try accupuncture, at least you won't overload your liver and kidneys with medication.
2006-08-21 15:20:09 · answer #7 · answered by camilledg127 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get the MRI and get the whole story. Usually surgery is required in the neck because the cervical spine is so mobile, it is not like the low back. When surgery is done to the cervical spine usually fusion is then required to stabilize it.
2006-08-21 15:25:05 · answer #8 · answered by mr.answerman 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I tried physical therapy and other non-surgical treatments for three years.
It just got worse.
I had fusion at C5-6 about 12 years ago & have been fine since.
2006-08-21 15:14:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-08-21 15:15:16 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋