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How Can Pain And Numbness In The Neck And Shoulder Be Treated?

Recent x ray showed extensive loss of disc space between c5-c6. I have constant neck pain with numbness and pain in left shoulder and down my arm. I am a keen Tennis and golf player and do not want to give them up. I am waiting for an mri to further explore . Can I contortions lay if I have anti inflammatory etc??
Mon, 30 Jul 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

The main function of C5-C6, is to provide flexibility & support to the neck since there is loss of disc space you get pain & numbness. Numbness is an indication of developing neuralgia. The pinched nerve may cause the pain to radiate to the shoulders, clavicle & hand. Take anti-inflammatory medications, Ibuprofen (Advil) or Naproxen. Do exercises consult a physiotherapist for better results. If conservative treatment takes long than surgery can be the option. Get evaluated & talk to the orthopedic surgeon.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Nupur K.
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How Can Pain And Numbness In The Neck And Shoulder Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The main function of C5-C6, is to provide flexibility & support to the neck since there is loss of disc space you get pain & numbness. Numbness is an indication of developing neuralgia. The pinched nerve may cause the pain to radiate to the shoulders, clavicle & hand. Take anti-inflammatory medications, Ibuprofen (Advil) or Naproxen. Do exercises consult a physiotherapist for better results. If conservative treatment takes long than surgery can be the option. Get evaluated & talk to the orthopedic surgeon. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K.