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I have cervical disc herniation. Mild pain when I turn my head in any direction. Do I need a surgery? Does it increase with time ? Can I postpone it for 1 years?

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It depends on amount of heriniation If there is no neurological deficit then no surgery ...  Read More

Posterior disc osteophyte complex and cervical disc herniation C4-C5, C5-C6 and C6-C7. From 40 days, Pain at left shoulder blade radiating towards left arm till finger, tingling and numbness sensation in left hand, pain at biceps and triceps.

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You can take the following combination: 1) Kanchanar guggulu tab 1-1-1 2) Jatamansi & Ashwagandha capsules 1-1-1 each This will reduce the pain & help healing . Also if possible take manyabasti , Panc ...  Read More

Cervical disc herniation, osteophyte complex, C4-C5, C5-C6, C6-C7, Pain at left shoulder blade radiating towards left arm till finger, tingling and numbness sensation in left hand, pain at biceps and triceps

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Such an extensive involvement at your age is highly unusual assuming you don't have a family history of arthritis. Physiotherapy with TENS alongwith medicines prescribed by an Orthopedic surgeon shoul ...  Read More

Posterior disc osteophyte complex and disc herniation C4-C5, C5-C6 and C6-C7. From 40 days, Pain at left shoulder blade radiating towards left arm till finger, tingling and numbness sensation in left hand, pain at biceps and triceps.

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There is significant compromise and straightening if the spine at C5-6. If you have muscle weakness better to get operated, else give a trial of good regular physiotherapy for 3-4 weeks. ...  Read More

Posterior disc osteophyte complex and disc herniation. C5-C6, C6-C7, Pain at left shoulder blade radiating towards left arm till finger, tingling and numbness sensation in left hand, pain at biceps and triceps

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Hello, neurological problem correlates with imaging findings, does patient have any weakness of left hand muscles like difficulty in gripping MRI cervical spine report needs to be assesses as the pre ...  Read More

Posterior disc osteophyte complex and disc herniation C4-C5, C5-C6 and C6-C7. From 40 days, Pain at left shoulder blade radiating towards left arm till finger, tingling and numbness sensation in left hand, pain at biceps and triceps.

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Good evening sir I am very much glad to hear that you are seeking a homeopathy solution for your complaint rather a neurologist . The radiculopathic pain is usually common complaint for the nerve com ...  Read More

Hi! I am a 25 year old female my MRI report says there is reversal of normal cervical lordosis. Also there is diffuse posterior bulge of C3-4 disc indenting anterior subarachnoid space and diffuse posterior bulge of C4-5 disc compressing anterior subarachnoid space. I experience severe pain on my neck and shoulder(right side) and arm. Please advise

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Reversal of cervical lordosisisusually due to pain and irritation of muscle. From the report there is no mention of a nerve compression, so the pain may in your arm may not be due to nerve compression ...  Read More

Tell a good hospital in the problem of Disc Herniation and tell a good doctor in Ahmedabad. Please tell me urgently

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Hi dear homoeopathic constitutional treatment will give you a permanent cure Surgery is a mechanical process and can't cure You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance ...  Read More

Show which doctor to show the orthopedic in the problem of Disc Herniation ? Show Neuro Physician Show the Spine Doctor Please explain.

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Hi dear surgery is a mechanical process and can't cure also pain killers will simply suppress pain whereas a homoeopathic constitutional treatment will give you a permanent cure You can easily take a ...  Read More

MRI Report: 1. Circumferential disc bulge with ligamenta flava hypertrophy at LV 4-5 level causing identation of thecal sac and encroachment of both lateral recesses. 2. Circumferential disc bulge with posterior median disc herniation with cranial disc migration and ligamenta flava hypertrophy LV5 -SV1 level causing partial spinal stenosis, obliter

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Hi dear a homoeopathic constitutional treatment will give you best results naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance and permanent cure without any side effe ...  Read More

I have undergone microdisectomy at l4 l5 2 years before. And now my disc herniated again at l5 s1. I am unable to stand or sit for long. Kindly guide

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If recurring again after microdiscectomy , will need Instrumentation and Stabilization ...  Read More

My father is 60 year old. Recently he has been experiencing intense pain and numbness in his whole arm. He is diagnosed with cervical spondylitis and MRI scan showed herniated disc in cervical region. Doctor has suggested to take painkillers and physiotherapy. But he is having unbearable pain in his whole limb even painkillers and physical therapy

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As you see ..herniated disc in cervical region …pain and numbness over upper limb..means disc compressing the surrounding nerves…if pain is unbearable then even cant do his own lifestyle activities be ...  Read More

Cervical MRI of spine report says : 1. Diffuse hard disc bulge at C3-4 level without root compression. 2. Mild posterior disc bulge at C4-5 and C5-6 levels without root compression. Symptoms : Pain in the palms , elbow and sometimes in pinky and ring fingers for both hands . Pain is more when hands are not straight. NCV and EMG tests are norm

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Better to consult ...  Read More

Suffering from L4-5 and L5-S1 disc herniation, C4-5 disc bulge and L4-5 lumbar stenosis last one year. Backache and leg pain. No numbness present. Medications only metlin M-75. Now what should I do ? Please give some opinion 🙏

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Do stretching exercises ...  Read More

4 month ago I was feeling pain in my lower back and tailbone bone area then in November 2024 when my pain got severe I went to the hospital to visit orthopedic, the doctor asked me to get the MRI done for Spine and in the MRI disc herniation was found in all 3 section lumbar, thoracic and cervical, then doctor puts me on medication and physiotherap

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It will take almost one month to recover with proper physiotherapy treatment ...  Read More

4 month ago I was feeling pain in my lower back and tailbone bone area then in November 2024 when my pain got severe I went to the hospital to visit orthopedic, the doctor asked me to get the MRI done for Spine and in the MRI disc herniation was found in all 3 section lumbar, thoracic and cervical, then doctor puts me on medication and physiotherap

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Almost 80% patients with disc herniation usually get relief within 6-8 weeks with medicine and physiotherapy. For remaining 20% sometimes injections are required with decent success. Rarely do patient ...  Read More

I have disc bulge in cervical spine at c3,c4 and c5 level and disc herniation problem in lumbar spine at l4, l5 level

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It's called spondylitis. Take some muscle relaxants and go for some physiotherapy sessions. Also please share your complete MRI REPORT ...  Read More

Hi, I'm 24 years old, 6.1 ft tall guy and I got to know that my cervical AP canal dimensions are 1.2 cm, 1.0cm, mentioned in my MRI, and these are fine without any bulge or herniation. So I wanted to know what is the normal or average discs size or AP canal dimensions of Cervical and lumbar spine? And if mine is smaller then why is it so at such a

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Need to check with consultant doctor. ...  Read More

Hello Everyone, I am Amar Shaw age 22 diagnosed with Disc herniation and disc degeneration at L5 S1. Can anyone tell me if it can be healed completely. I have at this age it can be healed completely Please let me know if it is wrong Thanks Amar

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Yes, it can be treated with homoeopathic medicines. ...  Read More

I have been having pain in my left hips for the past 10 years.I came to know that I am having slipped (Herniated) disc in the lumbar region that is on L4 - L5. After showing the MRI results the doctor suggested physiotherapy like TENS and IFT. On the first day of the session itself, After taking physio, when l reached home after some time, l wasn't

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More doctors you see, more confusion you will have regarding difference of opinion. Stick to one skilled spine surgeon and go ahead as per his opinion. ...  Read More

Is cervical disc bulge is curable permanently, what type of medicines and exercises are required to get cured ?

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Yes cervical disc bulge can be cured permanently by Homoeopathic treatment You have to take Homoeopathic Medicines and do some excercise which I prescribe You can Consult me through PRACTO or whatsap ...  Read More

Hello Doctors! I have been diagnosed for L5 S1 disc Herniation. Initially I could not able to walk but now I could (10 minutes approx). Neurologist have suggested for the surgery. So, is it safe to undergo & for how many days the patient have to be hospitalized? Approximate cost of the surgery? My age is 25 years

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Hi, If your disc is very bad and you are unable to walk or losing muscle power in feet and/or losing control of your pee/poo then you will definitely need surgery. If medicines help control the pain ...  Read More

I have lower back pain and MRI suggest disc herniation in L4-L5 and disc dessication (dehydration). Took treatment and physiotherapy. Now pain has been subsidised. Is there anyway to heal disc herniation and rehydrate the disc to slow down/cure disc dessication.(Currently doing daily back strenghtening and stretching exercises as suggested by Physi

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Yes some panchakarma procedures is more effective and give fast result ...  Read More

I suffered slip disc in July 2021. I had mild pain in left hip and left leg. After 3 months of physiotherapy and exercises I am 95% pain free and comfortable. When can I start lifting weights as I am a gym enthusiast and used to lift before my injury.

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U can start ur weight lift with gradually but avoid more pending activities U must strengthen ur spinal muscles especially spinal extensors ...  Read More

In how much time I can expect to be pain free after L5 S1 disc herniation. It was a minor disc herniation but I had mild pain radiating down my left leg. This happened to me in July 2021 and I have been doing physiotherapy sessions regularly since last month. 80% of my pain is gone but it comes back when I over exert my body my sitting or standing

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I was diagnosed with L5 S1 disc herniation in July. Initially I had pain in left leg and lower left back. Now my symptoms have improved with some exercises. Should I do FLEXION or EXTENSION exercise. Which is more beneficial ?

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Pelvis tilt, Lower back stretch, Bridge pose and piriformis stretch are the exercises you can do to improve muscle strengthening and reducing of pain. ...  Read More

I have L5 S1 disc herniation. Mild pain in left leg which sometimes shifts to right leg also. After a week of physiotherapy I feel a bit relief. Since I am a student, I have more of sitting work and am not able to sit for more than an hour. Should I go for microdiscetomy or continue with physiotherapy?

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at young age , first correct the cause of problem , increase routine back extension exercises and physical exercise . in active pain phase , warm formentation and pain killer sos basis . still proble ...  Read More

I have mild disc herniation at L5 pain is radiating down my left leg(sciatica). I have tried conservative treatments for 1 month and got little relief. Will epidural steroid injection do any good for me? For how long will the effects of injection last?

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Injection relief can be temporary ..it all depends on how much changes you have in spine . Best is consult with doctor with mri reports ...  Read More

I had disc herniation this April now it's 60% ok no pain in the leg however pain is there in my back and buttock of right side. I wanted to ask if pregnancy would make it worse or should I plan it now or need to wait for the pain to go away. Will the pain get worse during pregnancy? Kindly guide

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No need to wait. Plan ur pregnancy ...  Read More

Hello I had a disc herniation at L4 L5 with compression in the nerve of my right leg the pain radiates down my right leg Everytime I try to walk making it difficult for me to move. Had taken physiotherapy for 2 months however the pain has now stuck in my back. No pain in the leg right now. 70% improvement is there. So I wanted to know should I plan

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Pls send the of MRI ...  Read More

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