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Is Massage Helpful In Treating Tethered Spinal Cord?
Yes I have a niece 3 years old does have so,thing on her spinal cord maybe a teachers spine she is walking running climbing ect the surgeon does not want to see her again for two years so I would like to know if massage or stretching will help anything to avoid surgery. Feathered. Spine Tether.
Wed, 21 Aug 2019
Hello,
There are many spinal cord issues which benefit from the massage and there are certain conditions which worsen from the same. I would suggest to discuss the issue with your physician before deciding to approach massage fellow to avoid unnecessary hurdles which can be possible in any way.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thank you. Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
There are many spinal cord issues which benefit from the massage and there are certain conditions which worsen from the same. I would suggest to discuss the issue with your physician before deciding to approach massage fellow to avoid unnecessary hurdles which can be possible in any way.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thank you. Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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