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Suggest Treatment For Numbness In Arm And Leg Weakness Due To Disc Compression

Have had xrays and MRI, one doctor said strain another said cracked vertebra, then two weeks later says doesn t know what is causing pain. Have had c6-c7 fusion 22 months ago, having pain in left arm, shoulder blade and numbness in left forearm fingers, and bicep, now experiencing pain and slight loss of use in left leg, to me MRI shows a twisting in c4-c5 area. And slight compression with discs outside of vertebra area between c3-c4 and c4-c5, have requested neuro consult but workers comp keeps delaying, am afraid delaying a proper diagnosis will make worse since orthopedic has prescribed nerve block and physical therapy, what are your suggestions?
Tue, 12 May 2020
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello,

Seems to be adjacent level disease or failed back syndrome , needs to see your mri scan to guide you properly,however there is high chances that you needs revision surgery.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver
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Suggest Treatment For Numbness In Arm And Leg Weakness Due To Disc Compression

Hello, Seems to be adjacent level disease or failed back syndrome , needs to see your mri scan to guide you properly,however there is high chances that you needs revision surgery. Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver