i have 3 bulging disc in my neck and, i take percocet 5 milagrams. baclofen. plus i have MS . what is cuasing me lefy side of my neck to keep hurting ?
This is Dr. Brian Prieto of Prieto Chiropractic & Spinal Decompression and I have a DRX9000 spinal decompression unit in my office for the past 6 years in Yorba Linda, Orange County. Glad to see some education on spinal decompression, great job!
@jn45672 There is no longer a letter - it's a video now. You have to go to the website at the top of the screen in this video (youtube won't allow me to list the website in this response, so just watch the video again and you'll see the website at the top of the screen).
this is been one of my problems for the past 9 years,, its excruciating sometimes,, allthey want to do is injection and PT which doesnt work,, the pain meds do provide relief.... and a little pleasure,,, whih I almost feel entitled too because of the extra agonly when I dont get them,,, but I would like a complete healing
just like to say a big thanks for taking the time to answer peoples comments and giving them your professional advice, which is a hard thing to do with out you physicaly diagnosing them yourself. i have a question of my own to ask, why do our so called NHS back specialists lack so much knowledge on the human spine, here in the u.k its either physio or surgery, no inbetween, why come they dont do the same courses you guys do? look forward to your answer.
@thehomefront Well, I really don't know how to answer that question, being that I'm from the United States and don't really know how things work outside of the country. What I can tell you, however, is that it's pretty much the same here - most traditional medical doctors will still only provide those same options. The difference is, we have a lot of alternative healthcare providers (such as chiropractors), so even if a doctor doesn't recommend it, people know they have alternative options.
hello dr..where is the 10 min latter? i believe ur worlds and i would like to continue the write steps with u to get the best result and have complete treatment with u..would you help me by sending to my mail superbigboss@hotmail.com
@superbigbossz This is an old video, but if you go to my website, heal your bulging disc dot com (without the spaces), you can see an extended video which replaces that letter.
@lovemybeau This is an old video, but if you go to my website, heal your bulging disc dot com (without the spaces), you can see an extended video which replaces that letter.
i agree.. i had a bad pain in my back from a herniated disc.. orthopedice dr suggested i cud have surgery.. i rode out the storm and within a month later i had no pain.. glad i did not have surgery
This is an old video - you can go to my website to see the new video which replaced the letter. I can't write a website link here or YouTube will not post this comment, but if you watch the video again, the website is at the top of the slides.
Do you think people who have bulging discs should stop dancing? (hip hop/ bellydancing/ breakdancing).
I do physical therapy once a week and I have an L5 bulging disc and also C6, C7 bulging discs. That's three sustained from a car accident. It's been 10 months of nonstop pain and restless nights. I'm 19 years old, and my chiropractor was supposed to teach me William's Exercise but it's not helping. I was wondering if that's too much, and should I give up dancing?
I do think that the types of dancing you've mentioned are too much for a disc injury. You need to take a month off from dancing while you try to heal, and then try it again. You don't have to give it up forever, but you do need to take a break because it will stop you from healing.
Hello Dr.Ron, well I've been running 20-30miles per week for the last 3 yrs, started running 3 yrs ago. Now I've got the L5S1 and L4 herniated discs for the last week, MRI shows bulging but physiotherapists doc. says within 3 weeks it'll be ok, I'm just after a second opinion...would you think I'd get back on track&field in 6-8 weeks?
Well, I really can't answer your question since I have never examined you and really don't know anything about you but your diagnosis.
However, I can tell you that you may be feeling ok in 3 weeks, but it isn't realistic to think that a disc herniation will heal in that amount of time.
Also, running is one of the worst things you can do with this condition, so yes, you may be able to get back to it, but at some point you need to find another form of exercise because it isn't good for
Dr.Ron, thanks for your reply, it does mean a lot. Apparently it was not an herniated disc, i dunno how to translate it into english, but the S1-L5 and L4-L5 discs have just moved a little off their centers, it's not herniated, protrusions might be a better way of explaining it. Hmmm..unfortunately swimming is not written in my book of sports...I think I will run the h-marathons a little off target but still would stick to running...=) thanks again.
your back or your joints. I realize that some people love running and don't want to give it up, but in my experience, you'll pay for it at some point in the future.
You may want to consider eliptical training or swimming as a better alternative.
I have a herniation in Thoracic, what do you recommend for this? I am a martial artist and this is killing my routine. I also have 2 bulges in thoracic under the herniation
Thoracic disc herniations are typically the most difficult to work with, but I would recommend the same things for you as I would anyone else. You should sign up for my free eCourse to get started, because you'll learn a lot of what to do, and it will save me from having to write a lot here. Just go to my website, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the "Bulging Disc Resources" link - you'll see where you can sign up there.
hey doc im 16 years old and i have a slipped disc at l4-l5 i go to therapy twice a week and had this pain for more than 6 months i just want some advice on what i should do and if u can answer if the pain will go away please help me as soon as you get this message
There's quite a bit you can do, but rather than going into it here, you can sign up for my free eCourse and get a lot of good info that way. Just go to my website and click the link at the bottom of the page that says "Bulging Disc Resources." You'll see where you can sign up there.
Dr Ron, is it true that a disc will stay degenerative for ever? My doc tells me the problem won't be with the bulge - it is moderate - and will eventually go, but the disc has lost some height and is degenerative (blackish in colour) so can't take impact as effectively any more. But don't ALL herniated discs have that darker appearance? And can't the discs become rehydrated?
Degenerative Disc Disease can be reversed in the early stages of it with nutrition (particularly a good joint supplement), but if you're past the 1st stage of the process, it will never be normal again.
It is not true that the darker color appears on all herniated discs - this is only a sign of degeneration. The disc can only rehydrate to the degree that it has enough substance in the center of it to hold the water.
That's the problem with degeneration - you lose that substance.
Well I have had a herniated disc for 6 months and back problems for about 9 months. I am 19 (i had an injury). My L5/S1 disc is kinda greyish in appearance (i have my mri on cd) and has 'minor' loss of height. MRI from 3 months ago. Is it too late for me? And what kind of of nutrition? I actually have extra lumbar vertebra so have an additional disc below my injured one. And surgeon says the prob will be that it is degenerative and I don't need an op now at all.
It sounds like it's in the very early stages, so you should be able to improve. The nutritional supplement you need to get is one that includes Glucosamine, Chondroitin & MSM. Usually they are referred to as "Joint Support Formula" or "Joint Advance", something along those lines.
Thank you Dr I take these supplements everyday now. If you don't mind me asking how much exercise is too much for the disc? I am constantly worried I'm doing too much or too little. I don't really follow a set routine but do as much as I can each day depending on how it feels. At one point during height of summer I was walking about 6 miles a day and it felt good. I cut 1.5 stone. But I can't get rid of the tingling in my foot and I hope that it's not getting bettter in spite of the things I do.
I really can't answer this question for you, because there really isn't a such thing as "too much" or "too little" exercise with this condition. If you're an athlete and your body is conditioned to do a lot of exercise, then you can get away with doing more. If you're a couch potato, not so much. Base it on your pain levels / symptoms. If you feel worse, you're doing too much.
i am 27 years old . my mrifindings & impression says evedence of dehydration ,discal bulge ,large central ,right paracentral protrusion at l5-s1(measuring 1.5cmx 0.7cm)with compression of thecal sac and right traversing nerve roots seen rest of the findings are normal.due to severe pain i approached a chiropractor after spinal manipulation am free of pain ,but i have TINGLING AND NUMBNESS IN L5 S1 DERMATOMES (LEFT GREAT TOE AND HEEL) .,MY RIGHT LEG IS ABSOLUTLY NORMAL..
Hello! Since you didn't actually ask a question, I'm assuming you're wondering if the numbness will go away.
Whenever you experience tingling and numbness, that's a sign that the nerve still has pressure on it and it's asleep. This is a perfect example of how the pain with this condition will typically go away long before complete healing occurs.
At your age, the normal sensation should come back over time, but it usually takes awhile for this to occur - it can be months in some cases.
yes i have this too. i have had herniated disc in my lower back for 6 months and the pain mostly went after 2-3 months but the tingling lasts so much longer
Hi again! I am very worried about my back and espically cheerin because i ve been watching alot of things and it says you should stay away from what you did to hurt your back. i dont know if i did it in cheer an i really want to do my backs handsprings and tucks agiain! do u think i will be able to?
Here's the thing - it's impossible for me to tell you whether or not I think you're going to be able to do those things again without ever having examined you. I will tell you, in general, that the activities you enjoy happen to be terrible for the spine. Can you do them? Probably. Will you pay for it one day? Almost definitely.
A lot of the healing with this condition depends on things such as your age, as well as the environment that you are in most of the time. There is a lot that you can do with your condition, but it definitely takes time for healing to occur.
What if the bulge is going into the space where the spinal cord is?
luthmhor 1 week ago
@luthmhor I don't understand your question - that's almost always where the disc bulges.
rchirodoc 1 week ago
i have 3 bulging disc in my neck and, i take percocet 5 milagrams. baclofen. plus i have MS . what is cuasing me lefy side of my neck to keep hurting ?
babyj1996 2 months ago
@babyj1996 Inflammation from the disc bulges is usually the cause.
rchirodoc 2 months ago
@rchirodoc ok thank you
babyj1996 2 months ago
This is Dr. Brian Prieto of Prieto Chiropractic & Spinal Decompression and I have a DRX9000 spinal decompression unit in my office for the past 6 years in Yorba Linda, Orange County. Glad to see some education on spinal decompression, great job!
prietochiropractic 9 months ago
where is the letter?
jn45672 1 year ago
@jn45672 There is no longer a letter - it's a video now. You have to go to the website at the top of the screen in this video (youtube won't allow me to list the website in this response, so just watch the video again and you'll see the website at the top of the screen).
rchirodoc 1 year ago
this is been one of my problems for the past 9 years,, its excruciating sometimes,, allthey want to do is injection and PT which doesnt work,, the pain meds do provide relief.... and a little pleasure,,, whih I almost feel entitled too because of the extra agonly when I dont get them,,, but I would like a complete healing
ikambor 1 year ago
just like to say a big thanks for taking the time to answer peoples comments and giving them your professional advice, which is a hard thing to do with out you physicaly diagnosing them yourself. i have a question of my own to ask, why do our so called NHS back specialists lack so much knowledge on the human spine, here in the u.k its either physio or surgery, no inbetween, why come they dont do the same courses you guys do? look forward to your answer.
thehomefront 1 year ago
@thehomefront Well, I really don't know how to answer that question, being that I'm from the United States and don't really know how things work outside of the country. What I can tell you, however, is that it's pretty much the same here - most traditional medical doctors will still only provide those same options. The difference is, we have a lot of alternative healthcare providers (such as chiropractors), so even if a doctor doesn't recommend it, people know they have alternative options.
rchirodoc 1 year ago
hello dr..where is the 10 min latter? i believe ur worlds and i would like to continue the write steps with u to get the best result and have complete treatment with u..would you help me by sending to my mail superbigboss@hotmail.com
superbigbossz 1 year ago
@superbigbossz This is an old video, but if you go to my website, heal your bulging disc dot com (without the spaces), you can see an extended video which replaces that letter.
rchirodoc 1 year ago
Hello, Dr. where is the 10 minute letter?
lovemybeau 1 year ago
@lovemybeau This is an old video, but if you go to my website, heal your bulging disc dot com (without the spaces), you can see an extended video which replaces that letter.
rchirodoc 1 year ago
@rchirodoc Thank you
lovemybeau 1 year ago
i agree.. i had a bad pain in my back from a herniated disc.. orthopedice dr suggested i cud have surgery.. i rode out the storm and within a month later i had no pain.. glad i did not have surgery
dewbunny110362 1 year ago
where is the letter?
ConnorShawMusic 2 years ago
This is an old video - you can go to my website to see the new video which replaced the letter. I can't write a website link here or YouTube will not post this comment, but if you watch the video again, the website is at the top of the slides.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
Do you think people who have bulging discs should stop dancing? (hip hop/ bellydancing/ breakdancing).
I do physical therapy once a week and I have an L5 bulging disc and also C6, C7 bulging discs. That's three sustained from a car accident. It's been 10 months of nonstop pain and restless nights. I'm 19 years old, and my chiropractor was supposed to teach me William's Exercise but it's not helping. I was wondering if that's too much, and should I give up dancing?
WolverineChicaMI 2 years ago
I do think that the types of dancing you've mentioned are too much for a disc injury. You need to take a month off from dancing while you try to heal, and then try it again. You don't have to give it up forever, but you do need to take a break because it will stop you from healing.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
Thank you. I've given it 10 months but I guess I can put it off longer. You're advice is much appreciated.
WolverineChicaMI 2 years ago
Hello Dr.Ron, well I've been running 20-30miles per week for the last 3 yrs, started running 3 yrs ago. Now I've got the L5S1 and L4 herniated discs for the last week, MRI shows bulging but physiotherapists doc. says within 3 weeks it'll be ok, I'm just after a second opinion...would you think I'd get back on track&field in 6-8 weeks?
cipekoglu 2 years ago
Well, I really can't answer your question since I have never examined you and really don't know anything about you but your diagnosis.
However, I can tell you that you may be feeling ok in 3 weeks, but it isn't realistic to think that a disc herniation will heal in that amount of time.
Also, running is one of the worst things you can do with this condition, so yes, you may be able to get back to it, but at some point you need to find another form of exercise because it isn't good for
rchirodoc 2 years ago
Dr.Ron, thanks for your reply, it does mean a lot. Apparently it was not an herniated disc, i dunno how to translate it into english, but the S1-L5 and L4-L5 discs have just moved a little off their centers, it's not herniated, protrusions might be a better way of explaining it. Hmmm..unfortunately swimming is not written in my book of sports...I think I will run the h-marathons a little off target but still would stick to running...=) thanks again.
cipekoglu 2 years ago
I know the feeling. I won't considered myself healed unless I can go for a jog. Good luck.
konnichwakid 2 years ago
your back or your joints. I realize that some people love running and don't want to give it up, but in my experience, you'll pay for it at some point in the future.
You may want to consider eliptical training or swimming as a better alternative.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
I have a herniation in Thoracic, what do you recommend for this? I am a martial artist and this is killing my routine. I also have 2 bulges in thoracic under the herniation
shifudan 2 years ago
Thoracic disc herniations are typically the most difficult to work with, but I would recommend the same things for you as I would anyone else. You should sign up for my free eCourse to get started, because you'll learn a lot of what to do, and it will save me from having to write a lot here. Just go to my website, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the "Bulging Disc Resources" link - you'll see where you can sign up there.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
hey doc im 16 years old and i have a slipped disc at l4-l5 i go to therapy twice a week and had this pain for more than 6 months i just want some advice on what i should do and if u can answer if the pain will go away please help me as soon as you get this message
sanmeh 2 years ago
There's quite a bit you can do, but rather than going into it here, you can sign up for my free eCourse and get a lot of good info that way. Just go to my website and click the link at the bottom of the page that says "Bulging Disc Resources." You'll see where you can sign up there.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
Dr Ron, is it true that a disc will stay degenerative for ever? My doc tells me the problem won't be with the bulge - it is moderate - and will eventually go, but the disc has lost some height and is degenerative (blackish in colour) so can't take impact as effectively any more. But don't ALL herniated discs have that darker appearance? And can't the discs become rehydrated?
johnbr59 2 years ago
Degenerative Disc Disease can be reversed in the early stages of it with nutrition (particularly a good joint supplement), but if you're past the 1st stage of the process, it will never be normal again.
It is not true that the darker color appears on all herniated discs - this is only a sign of degeneration. The disc can only rehydrate to the degree that it has enough substance in the center of it to hold the water.
That's the problem with degeneration - you lose that substance.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
Well I have had a herniated disc for 6 months and back problems for about 9 months. I am 19 (i had an injury). My L5/S1 disc is kinda greyish in appearance (i have my mri on cd) and has 'minor' loss of height. MRI from 3 months ago. Is it too late for me? And what kind of of nutrition? I actually have extra lumbar vertebra so have an additional disc below my injured one. And surgeon says the prob will be that it is degenerative and I don't need an op now at all.
Thank you very much Dr Ron
johnbr59 2 years ago
It sounds like it's in the very early stages, so you should be able to improve. The nutritional supplement you need to get is one that includes Glucosamine, Chondroitin & MSM. Usually they are referred to as "Joint Support Formula" or "Joint Advance", something along those lines.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
Thank you Dr I take these supplements everyday now. If you don't mind me asking how much exercise is too much for the disc? I am constantly worried I'm doing too much or too little. I don't really follow a set routine but do as much as I can each day depending on how it feels. At one point during height of summer I was walking about 6 miles a day and it felt good. I cut 1.5 stone. But I can't get rid of the tingling in my foot and I hope that it's not getting bettter in spite of the things I do.
johnbr59 2 years ago
I really can't answer this question for you, because there really isn't a such thing as "too much" or "too little" exercise with this condition. If you're an athlete and your body is conditioned to do a lot of exercise, then you can get away with doing more. If you're a couch potato, not so much. Base it on your pain levels / symptoms. If you feel worse, you're doing too much.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
respected doctor ron
i am 27 years old . my mrifindings & impression says evedence of dehydration ,discal bulge ,large central ,right paracentral protrusion at l5-s1(measuring 1.5cmx 0.7cm)with compression of thecal sac and right traversing nerve roots seen rest of the findings are normal.due to severe pain i approached a chiropractor after spinal manipulation am free of pain ,but i have TINGLING AND NUMBNESS IN L5 S1 DERMATOMES (LEFT GREAT TOE AND HEEL) .,MY RIGHT LEG IS ABSOLUTLY NORMAL..
drveggalam 2 years ago
Hello! Since you didn't actually ask a question, I'm assuming you're wondering if the numbness will go away.
Whenever you experience tingling and numbness, that's a sign that the nerve still has pressure on it and it's asleep. This is a perfect example of how the pain with this condition will typically go away long before complete healing occurs.
At your age, the normal sensation should come back over time, but it usually takes awhile for this to occur - it can be months in some cases.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
yes i have this too. i have had herniated disc in my lower back for 6 months and the pain mostly went after 2-3 months but the tingling lasts so much longer
johnbr59 2 years ago
Hi again! I am very worried about my back and espically cheerin because i ve been watching alot of things and it says you should stay away from what you did to hurt your back. i dont know if i did it in cheer an i really want to do my backs handsprings and tucks agiain! do u think i will be able to?
CheerMonkey12953 2 years ago
Here's the thing - it's impossible for me to tell you whether or not I think you're going to be able to do those things again without ever having examined you. I will tell you, in general, that the activities you enjoy happen to be terrible for the spine. Can you do them? Probably. Will you pay for it one day? Almost definitely.
rchirodoc 2 years ago
A lot of the healing with this condition depends on things such as your age, as well as the environment that you are in most of the time. There is a lot that you can do with your condition, but it definitely takes time for healing to occur.
rchirodoc 3 years ago