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What Are The Treatments And Symptoms Of Thoracic T8/9 Herniation?

I was diagnosed 8 weeks ago with a large thoracic t8/9 herniation I have improved slightly and am waiting to see a nurosurgeon, my arms hurt , although the pain is much better I am so tired from the stinging burning in my back and feel I now have a trapped nerve, I am due to go on holiday in April should I be we ll enough to fly and are there any risks to me flying? So to ask further questions, but I do not know what I am allowed to do and what I am not, can drive, can I go swimming can I exercise? Please can you advise, I feel so alone , thankyou
Wed, 4 Sep 2019
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Hello,

Thoracic disc herniations because of the relatively difficult surgery, are treated initially conservatively with pain medication, rest, etc.

In cases of spinal cord impingement and subsequent symptoms in the lower limbs (pain, weakness, numbness, urinary problems, etc.), surgery to decompress the spinal cord is necessary.

Since you feel better, you can continue with conservative treatment. You can fly, but, avoid physical efforts, weights, etc. Moderate exercise may help.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical
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What Are The Treatments And Symptoms Of Thoracic T8/9 Herniation?

Hello, Thoracic disc herniations because of the relatively difficult surgery, are treated initially conservatively with pain medication, rest, etc. In cases of spinal cord impingement and subsequent symptoms in the lower limbs (pain, weakness, numbness, urinary problems, etc.), surgery to decompress the spinal cord is necessary. Since you feel better, you can continue with conservative treatment. You can fly, but, avoid physical efforts, weights, etc. Moderate exercise may help. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical