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Degenerative Disc Disease
Asked by R.L. from Los Angeles
on June 4, 2008
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I just found out that I have degenerative disc disease and may have to have disc replacement surgery. I have already had a Discectomy and then a fusion surgery. I'm no...
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- Hi R., I have had 2 discectomies in my lumbar area. Fortunately, everything has been fine. I truly understand your concerns. If you would like another opinion, I woul...
- We've seen positive results with degenerative disc disease using with the technology that I work with. See our website at www.thorpinstitute.com. At the very least...
- hi...i don't have the same thing - i've got spandylolisthesis. i'm scheduled for surgery in july and have never done this before. i'm terrified to leave my family an...
Degenerative Disc Disease
Asked by N.G. from Sacramento
on November 25, 2009
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Anybody know anyone thats had or has this?? My mom has 6bulging discs in her back & it was recommended that she have "cervical spine surgery"or they say she can eventu...
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- Ah, N., I had a crushed disc several years ago. It was so painful I could barely walk, and I was offered surgery by Kaiser almost right away. I said, "no, no, let's ...
- There are many more treatments that can help with this condition that are not invasive or as scary. Find a chiropractor that does spinal disk decompression - I know so...
- In my experience having worked fro chiropractors and being a massage therapist, sometimes surgery helps and sometimes it makes it worse. I would use surgery as a LAST...
Just Need to Vent a Little - Silly Husbands
Asked by L.C. from Dover
on September 29, 2011
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I love my husband, I really do. He is great in a bunch of ways, and on the whole I don't have too much to complain about.
But tonight, he really stuck his foot in ...
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- He wants to spend time with you. Id jump at the chance for a night out. Line up a weekly sitter and go join the league. He may have thought it would take your mind off...
- Silly guys. :-/ I wish you well with your biopsies.
- Aww, the thought is there but the timing stinks for sure :) He sounds like a sweetie. Lots of men wouldnt want their wife on the bowling team. Good luck on your bio...
Back Pain for 6 Years - Need Some Relief!
Asked by J.H. from Minneapolis
on August 11, 2009
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I have had back pain since my first pregnancy. It turns out I have degenerative disc disease. I have has 2 microdiscectomies, done physical therapy multiple times, I s...
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- My husband also has DDD (as does his mom). TAKE care of it now! She waited until she was in her 60's and had 3 major back surgeries. BUT there is a lot we have l...
- Hi J.. keep up with the NSAID's and add....Massage during your pregnacy this will help you greatly .... find a Licenced Massage Therapist that is certified in prenata...
- Take a look at T-tapp.com. Teresa Tapps is a physical therapist who designed workout routines. There is a try it before you buy it section where you can try some o...
Herniation in My Neck
Asked by B.D. from Washington DC
on November 19, 2008
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Hi moms~I just recently found out that I have 2 ruptured disks in my neck. I'm just starting to learn about all this stuff, so I am looking for any information or advi...
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- Hi, You could look for some Topricin Cream at a local Health Food store that has a pharmacy section. Some people swear by it. It helps with various kinds of pain an...
- Hi B., Sorry to hear about the ruptured disks. Although I didn't have ruptured disks in my neck, I did have them in my back and I know that the treatment for both ar...
- I have two partially herniated discs between C4,5,6 as the result of a car accident. I would make sure that you get a second or third opinion. One neuroseurgeon told...
Need a Doctor for My Very Bad Back............
Asked by M.C. from Chicago
on June 24, 2010
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It is so hard to find a doctor ,the one I would like to see is not in my plan...bummer.
I don't think to highly of Orthopedic docs, at least most of them,if you know ...
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- The only things that have worked for my back are chiropractic and massage together, and when in extreme pain I've had nerve blocks done by a physiatrist. I also liked ...
- You're not in my area so I can't suggest anyone in particular. I will say that I always felt more comfortable about back manipulation from an osteopathic doctor rathe...
- chiropractic is recognized by the American Medical Association and thus eligible for insurance reimbursement. I've never been - wanted to, but I want to make sure, li...
Lower Back Pain, Knees and Feet
Asked by J.L. from Oklahoma City
on March 15, 2008
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I have been having lower back pain since the birth of my daughter 11 years ago. I am now seeing a physical therapist to help with the pain. I know that I have a bulg...
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- I have been going to a chiropractor for several years now. Did wonders for me during my pregnancy. Dr. Daniel Rowe, he is on Western just North of Memorial. He take...
- Hi Jennifer, I can certainly relate to back pain. I've had my own set of problems for the past 15 yrs. It didn't help when I gave birth to 9 and 10 pound boys. (n...
- Jennifer, The chiropractic office I go to is in Edmond. If you are interested let me know and I will give you the number. Adjustments do wonders for the body!!! I'...
Let's Talk Lower Back Pain
Asked by J.B. from Boston
on April 1, 2012
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Hi Mama/Papas - I know that you're not doctors and that I can call mine on Monday, but I also know that back pain is pretty common so I'd like see if any of you have h...
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- I recently had a big problem with my upper back (major muscle spasm), to the point where it hurt to sleep, sit up, turn my head, you name it. I went to the chiro twice...
- About 20 years ago, a doctor gave me this book for my back pain: http://www.amazon.com/Treat-Your-Own-Back-802-9/dp/0987650408/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=13332445...
- Ice for 24-36 hours - 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off. Don't use heat until 36-48 hours. Sounds like sciatica except it's in the middle of your back, rather than shoot...
Lower Back Pain
Asked by M.H. from Detroit
on February 21, 2007
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Hey Moms,
I've had 3 babies and my last is 6 months old. I have had the epidural shot with all 3. I was wondering if any of you Moms have had lower back pains or ...
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- Hi Marcia: I have Ostereoarthiritis degenerative disk disease in other words I have a jacked up back (smile) something that has recently helped my severe back pai...
- My thoughts would be that you probably pushed yourself to hard and something is outta wack. Try a chiropractor, they're inexpensive and very effective.
- Hi Marcia, I had all three of my children naturally with no pain medication. After my third was born I had extreme back pain. I went to my PCP and was referred to ...
Torn Cartilage Under Knee Cap
Asked by J.B. from Houston
on May 28, 2010
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I have been having knee pain for awhile now and I went and had an MRI done. I found out that under my knee cap, I have some torn cartilage. The Dr said that if I opt...
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- I did have the surgery about 14 years ago. I did have relief until about 4 years ago. A recent xray shows I now have arthritis in that knee. My knee making a loud p...
- I had almost immediate relief three years ago following this surgery! I also followed the PT instructions closely afterward for strengthening. I am typically a very fa...
- J., I had the same exact injury many years ago, when I was 17yo, from a dance injury. I had torn both the cartilage and one of the ligaments that supports my left ...
