Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Why Does One Suffer From Chronic Pain, Headaches And Numbness Post A C-spine Injury?

Hi I m a 20 year old, 185 pound male who suffered a c-spine injury to the 5th vertebrae last year and continues to suffer from chronic pain, headaches, and numbness particularly on my right side. I m not currently taking any treatments. Should I be concerned about my symptoms and is there any treatment I should explore. Thank you, Jesse
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
Twitter Fri, 2 Oct 2020 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 12 Oct 2020 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi,

Yes, this is something to be concerned about particularly concerning your age. Please mention how much time back did you suffer that injury to your cervical spine? Also kindly mention, what were the symptoms at that time and what treatment you took; and the investigations that were done at that time?

My advice for you is to restrict excessive movement at your neck. A soft collar (hard collar is a bit uncomfortable but restricts motion in a better way) will help in this. A dynamic cervical spine x-ray (that is with flexion and extension views) followed by an MRI cervical spine will help in planning further management.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Kaushal Deep Singh, General Surgeon
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Spinal stenosis


Loading Online Doctors....
Why Does One Suffer From Chronic Pain, Headaches And Numbness Post A C-spine Injury?

Hi, Yes, this is something to be concerned about particularly concerning your age. Please mention how much time back did you suffer that injury to your cervical spine? Also kindly mention, what were the symptoms at that time and what treatment you took; and the investigations that were done at that time? My advice for you is to restrict excessive movement at your neck. A soft collar (hard collar is a bit uncomfortable but restricts motion in a better way) will help in this. A dynamic cervical spine x-ray (that is with flexion and extension views) followed by an MRI cervical spine will help in planning further management. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Kaushal Deep Singh, General Surgeon