Went to the Dr.

[Suz]

Hi all!
Went to the Dr. today for my back and he suspects that I have a herniated (sp?) disk which is causing the nerve problem. Soooooooo....I have to go in for an MRI to get it checked out and then go back for a follow-up appt. I forgot to ask what they do for a herniated disk.

[angie r]

I would guess that the treatment depends on how bad it is so he couldn't tell you until after the MRI for sure anyway. Prayers to you! I hope the treatment is short and simple!

[Diane]

Originally posted by Suz
Hi all!
Went to the Dr. today for my back and he suspects that I have a herniated (sp?) disk which is causing the nerve problem. Soooooooo....I have to go in for an MRI to get it checked out and then go back for a follow-up appt. I forgot to ask what they do for a herniated disk.

Good luck with the MRI... I hope they'll find out what your problem is. Here is a link talling you want they can do for a herniated disk. Good luck and please keep us informed.

http://www.stjohns.org/HTL/Muscles/22811.htm

Diane...

[RCT]

good luck with your MRI...I have had a herniated disc myself, and was treated with medication for the pain/swelling around the disc.....and bed rest....then exercise and physical therapy to strenthen my back.....

I too am hoping for your speedy recovery to this....

[Marla]

Good luck on your MRI and I hope you have a speedy recovery

[Suz]

Thanks so much!! I'm actually feeling pretty good today. Hoping this lasts for a while.

[Suz]

Hey, Diane, thanks for the site!!! It was very informative!! I appreciate it.

[KarlaB]

Ow! Hope you get some relief soon!!