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Can physical therapy alleviate cervical radiculopathy?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been struggling with persistent neck pain, and I suspect it might be due to strain or even cervical radiculopathy. I am considering physical therapy as an option. Could you provide insights into the effectiveness of physical therapy for neck pain, particularly in cases of cervi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, you need to confirm its radiculopathy or spondylosis, after assessment, it can be decided what you are suffering from exactly. In physiotherapy there are exercises and electrotherapy will be used to reduce pain and strengthen the muscles. Most important is to ... Read Full »
Are neck pain and toe numbness after tailbone injury serious?
Query: Hi doctor, My 12-year-old daughter was walking with her dog tonight at 8 pm. The dog saw a cat and it pulled my daughter to the ground. My daughter got a hit in her tailbone. Now she is having pain in the neck and toes with numbness and tingling. Is this something to be concerned? Can it escalate i... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is nothing to be worried about your daughter. It is just a minor jerk. As she is 12 years old, her weak muscles cause pain in her. You can give a tablet Aceclofenac with Paracetamol for three days. You can also give Paracetamol syrup twice a day for three days... Read Full »
I am 18 years old and have osteophytes in my neck. It is causing me pain. Can I go to the gym?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 18 years old and have osteophytes in my neck. It is causing me pain from neck to shoulder blade to shoulder, and sometimes it is causing less pain, and sometimes it is medium. My real problem is I am overweight, so I wanted to go to the gym. Can I? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. I suggest you first get proper treatment for the neck pain, as there are osteophytes noted. You can take cervical traction with IFT (interferential therapy) for five days and IFT and US (ultrasound) therapy for te... Read Full »
Please suggest some exercises to relieve my neck pain.
Query: Hello,Please suggest some exercises to get rid of neck pain in the nape. I continuously sit and work on the system nine hours a day and have had this bad ache for a month. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concern.A. I suggest you perform the following steps for forward and backward tilt-1. This can be done while you are seated or standing on your feet. Keep your moves slow and smooth.2. Start with your head squarely over your shoulders a... Read Full »
I want to buy a cervical traction device for my neck and strain. Is it safe?
Query: Hello doctor, I have neck pain and strain past few days. I am thinking of purchasing the cervical traction device. I have attached the pictures of it. I need a professional opinion on whether this device will be helpful and the most important question, is it safe to use? Please give me your opinion... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. I have seen this device and other models are also available in the market (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The most important thing about this device that it is perfect for people suf... Read Full »