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Spine & Spinal Nerve Disorders

Discuss topics related to spinal cord injury, spinal discs, back and neck pain, osteoporosis, sciatica, scoliosis, spondylosis, stenosis, and whiplash on this forum.

I am scoliotic.

I have been diagnosed to have a 45degree thoraco lumbar scoliosis at the age of 14 not sure if thats the right spot. now i am 36yo and my rib cage is already twisted and its very very severe that most of the time i have backpains and difficulty of breathing. To add to that there are times i cant...

by User avatar rubyrose

Will I be able to be home alone after sugery?

So hard to type...hand is numb..but will I be able to be alone when I get out of hospital. Use restroom alone...prepare lite meals...all the day to day stuff??? I generally don't do well with painkillers (although I simply HAVE TO) they often make me vomit. How the heck will that go with stitches?!...

by User avatar Guest

Schmorl's Disease info

Hello. I went to doctor because of my back pain, and it turned out that I have Schmorl’s disease. MRI showed that I have Schmorl's nodes on my spine. Is there anyone with the same condition?

by User avatar Guest

Strange symptoms - cervical-related??

Hi everyone I'm not all that good with "intros" but I'll do my best to explain what is going on with me. I have Tourette's Syndrome with head/neck jerking, noises, cursing, etc. I've had this condition since I was a small child and it has only gotten worse as I have gotten older (I'm 45...

by User avatar zombiebrain87881

Lumbar Back Mri

Hello, I need some consolation and advice. In near future I shall go to lumbar back MRI. I am really interested how the test feels and if it is painful? Do I need to do something special, for example diet or something?

by User avatar Guest

MRI shows C6 - 7 lever mild diffuse bulgign of the disc inde

Hello, I was given the results of my MRI which states ther is a mild diffuse bulgign of the disc at C6 -7. the disc indenting the thecal sac. I'm in a lot of pain while sittign or standing. Is this a lifetime strain? How long will it take to heal. I slipped and fell on ice in January and I...

by User avatar Guest

anterior c5-c6 surgery

Hi - a neurosurgeon recommended surgery to resolve the sharp pain in my right shoulder, arm, wrist and the back of my hand. I am a professional with my own small busines though and wondered how long I would be disabled for? Also - my office is 30 miles from my home, when will I be able to drive?...

by User avatar gypsy191138017

Looking For Miracles For Chronic Sciatica!

Hello, I need help. I am dealing with chronic sciatica more than 2 years. Doctors recommend surgery, but I am wondering if there is any other option. I cannot stay in bed any longer… Please, any answer is welcome!

by User avatar Guest

cerical disc

I have cervical disc problems. What s empty sella?

by User avatar Guest

Strange, recurring symptoms. Can anyone else relate?

Hi everyoneFor about a year, I have had something going on. I'm not sure what it is but it seems to hit me a few times each month and then go into remission again. When it hits me, I feel pretty miserable. When it goes into remission, it's almost as if it was never there in the first place and I...

by User avatar bluebird48228255