Cervical disc prolapse can cause electric-like radiating pain from the neck, arms and hand to any adjacent areas. Physiotherapy for cervical disc prolapse are neck stretches, seated chair stretch, towel hamstring stretch, back flexion stretch, knee to chest stretch, piriform muscle stretch. Yoga, swimming, walking and cycling can also help relieve disc prolapse. Heavy lifting, repeated strenuous exercise, and sudden pressure on the back should be avoided.
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What is the treatment for pain in the left side of the body?
Query: Hi doctor, I am currently suffering from constant numbness in the left side of my body starting from my neck down to my leg. I am experiencing extreme numbness in my arm when I lean to the left side. It is extremely painful. I have a history of a slipped disc in the lower spine. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Any disc irritation in the neck may also give you a similar kind of pain. It is always good to rule it out in the initial phase itself. So, I suggest you get an MRI of the neck done. Neck IVDP (intervertebral disc prolapse) can be your probable diagnosis. Avoid... Read Full »
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