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Answered by Dr. James F. Geiselman

How to relieve neck pain from spondylolisthesis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your question carefully, and I want to start by saying that I am truly sorry you are experiencing such intense upper and lower back pain. Waking up in tears from pain is a distressing experience, and, understandably, you are looking for some immediate relief. Unfortunately, there is not a lot you can do at home right now to fully address the underlying issue. There are some stabilizing exercises you can do once you are ready to do them, but your chiropractor will recommend those when the time is right for your specific condition.

May 7, 2026

Can surgery or physiotherapy help to resolve disc issues?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your question and your attached MRI reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). As the MRI report stated, there is a disc bulge at L5-S1 causing numbness and leg pain. Has your mother been to a chiropractor before? What was your orthopedic surgeon's recommendation for care? As a chiropractor, I would always recommend trying a conservative form of treatment first before electing for surgery. A lot of patients have relief from disc bulge symptoms after they visit a chiropractor, but it may take several adjustments.

April 9, 2025

How does sedentary behavior exacerbate this discomfort?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I am sorry to hear about the pain you are experiencing in your right buttock, upper thigh, groin, and leg. Back pain is a common issue affecting a significant portion of the population, with nearly 80 percent experiencing it at some point in their lives. Based on your description, it sounds like you might be dealing with piriformis syndrome.

October 24, 2024

What could be done to manage pain and stiffness in the neck?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Based on your description, it is unlikely that this is a simple sprain or strain. Since you are still experiencing issues since ten weeks after your initial injury, it is unlikely that your pain will go away on its own. I would suggest you go to a local chiropractor for treatment and proper care.

October 23, 2024

What could be done to treat inflammation in the lat muscle?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your question. I am sorry you are experiencing arm pain and lat pain. Did you ever have this looked at after your initial injury? The way you are describing your biceps and elbow area may indicate a torn muscle. If that is the case, it is important to get it looked at.

October 23, 2024

What could cause soreness in calf muscles and shin bone?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. I have reviewed your question. I am sorry you are experiencing pain around your shin bone. Based on the way you are describing your pain and based on your age, it sounds as though you may be experiencing shin splints. In the short term, I would recommend using ice for the discomfort until you can have it professionally looked at.

October 23, 2024

What causes pain under the right shoulder blade region?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. The pain could be because of a pulled muscle, a rib issue, or something completely different. I recommend that you go to a local chiropractor for treatment and proper care. Hope this helps.

October 23, 2024

What could be the cause of excruciating pain in the back?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am sorry you are experiencing back pain. Nearly 80 percent of people will experience back pain at some point. Based on the location and description of your pain, it sounds as though you may be experiencing pain due to a rib being out of place.

October 23, 2024

What could cause pain below the shoulder blade and ribs?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your question. I am sorry you are experiencing back pain. Nearly 80 percent of people will experience back pain at some point.

October 23, 2024

How to manage pain after a knee replacement surgery?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Let me begin by saying that I am sorry you are experiencing hip pain, but I am glad you are doing better since your knee replacement surgery. To answer your question, absolutely a chiropractor can help. Many offices have tables that raise up and down so you never actually have to “climb” onto the table.

October 23, 2024

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