Comments on: Herniated Disc Pain http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/ A Place To Learn About Back Surgery And Back Pain Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:49:57 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: Janet http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1439 Janet Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:36:09 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1439 I have 6 herniated discs, 3 in the neck and 3 in the lower back. I have had 2 heart attacks in the last 8 months and an anerusym on my heart repaired also. I am in a lot of pain but the doctors say there is nothing they can do because my heart is too weak. I just know there has to be another answer... any suggestions? I have 6 herniated discs, 3 in the neck and 3 in the lower back. I have had 2 heart attacks in the last 8 months and an anerusym on my heart repaired also. I am in a lot of pain but the doctors say there is nothing they can do because my heart is too weak. I just know there has to be another answer… any suggestions?

]]> By: Denise http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1428 Denise Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:44:16 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1428 Hi Maureen and Debra, Sorry to hear about your L5-S1 problems. The chiropractor adjusted me in July and I have been in major pain ever since When I walked into his office with only a little muscle ache in the middle of my back. Just paid $800 for a private MRI as I have been in constant 24/7 pain. He had a copy of my MRI from 1 1/2 years ago showing this problem but just kept adjusting my lower back. I didn't know that you shouldn't get adjusted with this problem but now I am in so much pain I'm no meds and can't do normal activies or operate my cleaning business which I have had for over 7 years. I agree with Debra, DO NOT get chiro adjustments with herniated discs. I found out the very hard way. Hi Maureen and Debra, Sorry to hear about your L5-S1 problems. The chiropractor adjusted me in July and I have been in major pain ever since When I walked into his office with only a little muscle ache in the middle of my back. Just paid $800 for a private MRI as I have been in constant 24/7 pain. He had a copy of my MRI from 1 1/2 years ago showing this problem but just kept adjusting my lower back. I didn’t know that you shouldn’t get adjusted with this problem but now I am in so much pain I’m no meds and can’t do normal activies or operate my cleaning business which I have had for over 7 years. I agree with Debra, DO NOT get chiro adjustments with herniated discs. I found out the very hard way.

]]> By: Mike http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1413 Mike Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:24:17 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1413 I just went to my regular MD and told him my MRI is showing protruding discs(C6-7). I told him my headaches continue to be a problem. He said I am having "Cervicogenic Headaches." I have been researching on the internet and they are related to neck problems. I am so relieved to actually know what these headaches are! I have been misdiagnosed for years and tried so many meds. I am probably going to have Lazer surgery for my discs in Dec. I just went to my regular MD and told him my MRI is showing protruding discs(C6-7). I told him my headaches continue to be a problem. He said I am having “Cervicogenic Headaches.” I have been researching on the internet and they are related to neck problems. I am so relieved to actually know what these headaches are! I have been misdiagnosed for years and tried so many meds. I am probably going to have Lazer surgery for my discs in Dec.

]]> By: Cheryl http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1389 Cheryl Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:27:17 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1389 I just learned I have bulging discs from L1 through L5-S1, with grade 1 spinal stenosis. I think my doctor was actually shocked that the arthritis is this bad, as am I. I have an appt. with Physiatry tomorrow and am wondering what they will be able to do for me. I just learned I have bulging discs from L1 through L5-S1, with grade 1 spinal stenosis. I think my doctor was actually shocked that the arthritis is this bad, as am I. I have an appt. with Physiatry tomorrow and am wondering what they will be able to do for me.

]]> By: Mike http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1385 Mike Mon, 05 Oct 2009 03:09:40 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1385 I have had headaches or migraines for approx 8 yrs. 2-3 X a week they are severe, the others are prob rebound headaches from meds. I've seen alot of doctors and tried alot of meds and nothing helps. I've been at my wits and getting depressed. Recently, I had an MRI and discovered I have herniated discs C6&7. My pain management Dr. says that's what's causing my headaches. He sent me to another Dr. to get shots in my neck for pain relief. But this new Dr. says discs are NOT what's causing my headaches. In the meantime, I have been researching lazer surgery. I sent MRI to L.S.I. in Tampa and they said they do believe it will help my headaches. But the Dr. I just saw here said it will not help headaches and wants me to do PT. In the last couple months I have started to have more problems with my upper back,ie pinched nerves almost weekly, muscle spasms daily, and had to stop working out. I stopped jogging a couple months ago on strong advice from my Dr. So confused on what to do! I have had headaches or migraines for approx 8 yrs. 2-3 X a week they are severe, the others are prob rebound headaches from meds. I’ve seen alot of doctors and tried alot of meds and nothing helps. I’ve been at my wits and getting depressed. Recently, I had an MRI and discovered I have herniated discs C6&7. My pain management Dr. says that’s what’s causing my headaches. He sent me to another Dr. to get shots in my neck for pain relief. But this new Dr. says discs are NOT what’s causing my headaches. In the meantime, I have been researching lazer surgery. I sent MRI to L.S.I. in Tampa and they said they do believe it will help my headaches. But the Dr. I just saw here said it will not help headaches and wants me to do PT. In the last couple months I have started to have more problems with my upper back,ie pinched nerves almost weekly, muscle spasms daily, and had to stop working out. I stopped jogging a couple months ago on strong advice from my Dr.
So confused on what to do!

]]> By: Nikki http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1378 Nikki Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:51:22 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1378 Hi everyone! I have been in pain for approx 3 years. I have bulging discs in all of my discs but now i have 3 herniated in c3-4 c4-5 c6-7 that affect my neck and both arms to the point that I cannot funtion on most days, and cant sleep nights! I an currently doing P/T and traction, that is not helping! But the best part is the fact that the doctors dont want to give pain meds because they really dont help! The fact is that they may not totally make you pain free, but they make me more comfortable so i dont want to blow my head off!!! I asked about epidoral shots, and was told that the damage is too close to my spinal cord so i feel for everyone who has back problems! People that dont take it for granted!!!! GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!!!!!! Hi everyone! I have been in pain for approx 3 years. I have bulging discs in all of my discs but now i have 3 herniated in c3-4 c4-5 c6-7 that affect my neck and both arms to the point that I cannot funtion on most days, and cant sleep nights! I an currently doing P/T and traction, that is not helping! But the best part is the fact that the doctors dont want to give pain meds because they really dont help! The fact is that they may not totally make you pain free, but they make me more comfortable so i dont want to blow my head off!!! I asked about epidoral shots, and was told that the damage is too close to my spinal cord so i feel for everyone who has back problems! People that dont take it for granted!!!! GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!!!!!!

]]> By: jennifer http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1298 jennifer Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:18:12 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1298 the spinal injections then the PT with a different type of threapis Feldenkrais, most Doctors don't know or agree with it, I have had this treatment a cople times a week and it helped loosen up the muscles I am not going to say it doesn't hurt but the movement you get from the treatments worked wonders. I was unable to lift my arm above my head without the pain stabbing me in the side. I needed the surgery but it helped with recovery and relief. I am in need of a 3rd surgery but i still get the treatments for strength and movment. the spinal injections then the PT with a different type of threapis Feldenkrais, most Doctors don’t know or agree with it, I have had this treatment a cople times a week and it helped loosen up the muscles I am not going to say it doesn’t hurt but the movement you get from the treatments worked wonders. I was unable to lift my arm above my head without the pain stabbing me in the side. I needed the surgery but it helped with recovery and relief. I am in need of a 3rd surgery but i still get the treatments for strength and movment.

]]> By: Debbie http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1294 Debbie Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:12:55 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1294 Hi Lydia, How are you? Dr Bert in Coos Bay,Ore did my surgery. He did a great Job. I live in Fitchburg,Mass. It's so hot here today.Is it nerve pain you are having? My Physical therapist told me to sleep on my stomach when I have nerve pain in my back or going down my legs and it worked I didn't feel any pain. But the pain has came back. Have you had any corti-shots?They will help for pain. Check with your Dr to see if you can get one.You need to get it and talk to a Spine Surgeon.Where do you live? Check the internet for the best Orthopeadics in your area. Keep me posted on how your doing. Deb Hi Lydia,
How are you? Dr Bert in Coos Bay,Ore did my surgery. He did a great Job. I live in Fitchburg,Mass. It’s so hot here today.Is it nerve pain you are having? My Physical therapist told me to sleep on my stomach when I have nerve pain in my back or going down my legs and it worked I didn’t feel any pain. But the pain has came back. Have you had any corti-shots?They will help for pain. Check with your Dr to see if you can get one.You need to get it and talk to a Spine Surgeon.Where do you live? Check the internet for the best Orthopeadics in your area. Keep me posted on how your doing. Deb

]]> By: Lydia http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1292 Lydia Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:37:16 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1292 Hi Debbie, You information gave me some inspiration. I have 5 bulging disc on my neck and another 5 in my lower back to the point I am have lots of pain, however, there are times I can't walk. yes, I am scared and afraid. Please tell me who did the surgery? please advice. Hi Debbie,

You information gave me some inspiration. I have 5 bulging disc on my neck and another 5 in my lower back to the point I am have lots of pain, however, there are times I can’t walk. yes, I am scared and afraid. Please tell me who did the surgery? please advice.

]]> By: Debbie http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/comment-page-1/#comment-1291 Debbie Tue, 18 Aug 2009 19:00:00 +0000 http://thebacksurgerysite.com/herniated-disc-pain/#comment-1291 Hi Donna, I had back surgery 5yrs ago and they removed 2 discs. I felt 100% better, I got out and walked about 6 months after surgery.I was walking 15 miles a week.It helped alot.Now,I was in a car accident in Dec 2008.It crushed one of my discs and it's on my nerve. So I'm looking at surgery again to get it off my nerve. My Dr. called me today to tell me my MRI results.He says we are going to have a discussion on Sept 17.I had a MRI in March nothing has changed since, I went through 4 months of physical therapy and traction I'm not looking forward to the pain again. Is there any way you can get a Corti-shot in your back to help with your pain? I'll pray for you. Keep your chin up.I can feel your pain,I've been throught it all before, it's no fun at all.Take Care,Donna your not alone, Debbie Hi Donna,
I had back surgery 5yrs ago and they removed 2 discs. I felt 100% better, I got out and walked about 6 months after surgery.I was walking 15 miles a week.It helped alot.Now,I was in a car accident in Dec 2008.It crushed one of my discs and it’s on my nerve. So I’m looking at surgery again to get it off my nerve. My Dr. called me today to tell me my MRI results.He says we are going to have a discussion on Sept 17.I had a MRI in March nothing has changed since, I went through 4 months of physical therapy and traction I’m not looking forward to the pain again. Is there any way you can get a Corti-shot in your back to help with your pain? I’ll pray for you. Keep your chin up.I can feel your pain,I’ve been throught it all before, it’s no fun at all.Take Care,Donna your not alone, Debbie

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