What Actually Causes Painful Neck Cervical Stenosis?
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- čas přidán 14. 06. 2024
- Cervical stenosis, or narrowing of the spine bones onto the spinal nerves, is potentially a serious diagnosis that many people get surgery for.
In reality, surgery is rarely done for this condition. But many people never fully resolve the condition enough to get excellent long-term pain relief. They simply manage the pain and learn how to live with it. They figure out how to cope using medications, injections, and other short-term relief treatments.
But it’s possible in many cases to get more mobility in the neck bones and take pressure off the neck joints. This will un-pinch the nerves in the neck and take pressure off the joints to keep them healthy for the long-term
In this video, Dr. David explains what actually causes painful neck cervical spinal stenosis.
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00:00 What Actually Causes Painful Neck Cervical Stenosis?
01:11 Symptoms of cervical stenosis
01:43 The root cause of cervical stenosis
002:44 Most common medical treatments
03:48 Can cervical spinal stenosis heal without surgery?
04:40 How to begin treating cervical stenosis
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I am amazed, I have been in pain for years! I got relief the very FIRST time I did these exercises, it released the tightness in my neck and shoulders! Thank you Doctor, you are an answer to prayer!
I started working on my neck following your instructions and I have to say, I've found relief on my neck. I wasn't able to turn my head or sleep at night without pain. I had a second cervical neck surgery 2 years ago and now find myself in worse shape than before surgery.
I started doing the stretches you recommended and to my delight I have found relief. Thank you so much for your information.
I recently got a diagnosis of cervical stenosis, in the C4 to C7 region. Very severe, on the right side only. Not sure what caused it, but was told I have the spine of someone who is 20 years older than my current age.
I am in pain every day, and it’s gotten so much worse over the last year or two. These exercises you displayed, are useful and simple to do. Thank you for creating this type of helpful content. 🙂🙏🏿
Hey Draper, you are very welcome! Glad we were able to help!
Surgery is not always the solution, I had two cervical neck surgeries now I have spurs which causes severe pain. I started the neck stretches recommended and my pain is a lot less than it used to be.
Thanks for this. An MRI shows foraminal stenosis in my C2-3. The Dr said it's just in line with wear for my age of 49. I have ME/CFS, same headaches in the same sid eof head, behind right eye, tingling in right arm, electric shock type jolts in right shoulder. Despite Dr's 'Shrugging' (non pun intended) it off, i am convinced that foraminal stenosis is the cause of EVERYTHING i have. I will practice your moves every day. Thanks!
Excellent video Dr!
Very well explained
Thank you so much for your time sharing your knowledge and helping all of us. May God bless you for your charity.
Wonderful, very helpful. I will be passing this on. Thankyou
Much thanks. Very informative.
I will follow with this Exercises Thank you.
Good Luck to you and your CZcams Channel.
I’m not crazy! I love you!!!! Have stenosis and while it’s better my index finger is constantly numb, doctors have given me injections and told me it’s going to be this way the rest of my life. Lately been having issues with urinating and tingling/burning in my penis, swear it has to do with how numb my finger is, so it comes and goes. Checked my prostate and it’s fine. Told my doctor and he says no way it’s the nerve in my finger. I sometimes feel like I’m losing my mind so just hearing this makes me feel better. I really hope I can fix this cuz I’m only 49 but don’t know who is capable of helping.
I just turned 50 and have all the same (except the penis numbness as I'm female lol) but I have had public area numbness. My index finger and thumb were the most numbness out of all my fingers. Also my big toe lost feeling for months. Doctor diagnosed cervical stenosis with moderate to severe degenerative disc disease in the c-4 through c-7 spine, bone spurs, and a couple other things happening in there with the discs leaking out or "extruding".He referred me to physio and told me to use ice/heat and Tylenol/ibuprofen. I've developed neurological symptoms now that are really scary but doctor said he isn't going to refer me to neurology because he says it would be too difficult to tease through the info. Basically, if it's not a tumor then they don't want to bother. He might have just as well said " well you're not going to live forever anyway so don't worry about it". To be fair though I can't begin to know what they know about diagnosis. I DO know that just because a Dr says "oh there's no correlation between the two " doesn't mean it's true.
Thank you for the information.
Thank you DOC ..you are amazing… you always explain things so clearly so concisely, and then lay terms… I always enjoy watching your videos and forward them on the people that I know that I have issues as well. God bless you, sir.
You are an angel! Helping many. 🙏😇
Awwwe, thanks for the kind words Karen!! We’re happy to help anyone willing to listen! 😃
Will surely do these exercises. Thank you. I am having Neck pains since months now. Looking forward that these pains gradually dissapear.
Excellent and thank you . I am having a tough time as a dentist.
Thank you! Love your channel!
Hey Wren! You are very welcome! We are glad you like our content and we appreciate your support!
Hello Dr David, i just love how you explain everything so well for a layman to understand. I do agree how doctors go about telling it's the age problem 😃 at 53 i do get neck issues sometimes. I tried both your exercises and it felt good, will be adding them to my morning stretches. Thank you so much. Wishing you and your family a Happy, healthy and prosperous new year 🎉
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We hope you have the best 2023 ever!!!
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BINGO! I’m extremely grateful to you for these videos, and relieved that I found your channel this evening. You obviously respect your patients and the general public. I’m 51 and have been diagnosed with cervical spine stenosis, of which the surgeon would be ready to operate if I am (I am NOT), and osteoarthritis of the knees (one is getting very angry; same one that got a new ACL in 2015; from what I’ve read, surgical procedures increase the likelihood and/or severity of arthritis), lower back (no pain yet, yay!), and hips. I wonder if genetics plays a part in all of this, because my dad had all of the same issues, and still does after two hip replacements and a laminectomy-and I’m the spitting image of him. I’m a firm believer in weight training now, and for decades have practiced yoga and exercised pretty well. I will be busy for a while binge-watching all of your videos. This is my new favorite channel. THANK YOU 😊🎉
Thank you so much! 🙏🙏🙏
Some exercises I will try. I already do the hanging sometimes but for different reasons initially. I was diagnosed with cervical stenosis in 2012 when my shoulders and arms began tingling and going numb. First off, I got checked for heart and stroke problems and was OK and referred to an Orthopedic doc. After an MRI I got the stenosis diagnosis. My doctor's suggestion for therapy was swimming and at least for me, eliminated most of the symptoms. A swimming coach was big on hanging to help improve your streamline pushing off the walls but I guess it's been helping the stenosis, too. Thanks for your videos. I have bad knees, too and that's where I first discovered your videos.
Hey Richard! It's great that you've been helped by hanging so far! It's always nice to have confirmation that you're on the right track!
We're so happy to hear that swimming has helped you too! We hope you have the healthiest neck and knees in 2023!!
I have done your exercise s and they have helped a lot ! Thankyou
Wooohoooo!!! This is great news Pam!!! We’re sooo happy you’re feeling better!!!
Thanks for this I’m due to see a Nuro surgeon and was worried that I will need surgery so I’m going to to try this thanks for the information
Another fantastic video which has explained the persistant neck / shoulder pain that I have experienced for the past 20 years, and has recently got worse. Ironically by accident I had stumbled across these exercises whilst trying to find relief, I also find rowing type movement helps too.
Thanks Malcom! We hope you can begin to find long-term relief for your neck and shoulder pain!!
Thank you for your informative video, Doctor. I have a question regarding overhead shoulder press and its impact on cervical stenosis. Can this exercise worsen the condition?
Thanks ,amazing ,Maggi
Hi Doctor , I've had this for three years. I've been following your exercises and believe I am improving! The 3rd one, the hanging, I wish you showed more of your lower body too, cause I don't quite understand it. I've tried what I think is what you are doing and it feels like my sides or arms are going to rip off! I wish I could see just how much you "hang". Thanks! Ps if there are other videos you know of that I can look spat, let me know! In any case, thanks! I've watched 20 different videos and yours seems to inspire me the most, you have a good calming voice, and you are a great guy!
I like the hanging exercises. He's got his feet on the ground, bends his knees to hang. Feet never leave the ground like in regular pullups. He has other great exercises too... I've never subscribed faster to anything before lol
These exercises are so simple yet so effective - thank you Doctor
Hey John! You are very welcome! We are so glad to hear that they have been helpful for you! Continue to keep us posted on your progress! 🙌
This video is God- sent. Gives me hope. Yesterday was really hard as I tried preparing for my daughter’s bday while in pain from this. It’s hard to walk or stand for a reasonable any of time and it’s a very aggravating distracting sensation which often causes irritability. In any case I’m wondering if these exercises are ok for those with hypermobility issues. My former pt advised that some movements aren’t safe for those dealing with overly loose joints and ligaments.
Thanks alot ❤
Appreciate your videos!
Is it possible for disc problems in the neck to cause pain when talking?
Thank you very much.
You’re welcome Victor!!!
My cervical spine was injured in the military. I will try these for sure. My question, … Is there a cervical condition that you should NOT do these exercises? Thank you.
I have severe cervical stenosis & arthritis in my neck. Which cause horrible migraines. I get epidural steroid injections a few times a year & abalations. I love watching & doing your videos. They definitely help. Thank you 🙏🏼
Hey Bobbi! We're sorry to hear you've been having migraines due to your cervical stenosis and arthritis :-( Makes us happy to know you've been applying our tips and exercises! We have more information on cervical stenosis on this channel. It might help! Check it out:
“Cervical (Neck) Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mbB6MFKdws1vpjbW_jyXB5y.html
All the best!
I use something called rizatriptan. IT WORKS !
I also have more of a problem with the nerve pain traveling up the side of my face. I get a headache and nausea.
I was wondering if this was from the stenosis or if there was a tooth problem. Thank you for your comment, it answered my question.
I will be doing the exercises today. It's 3:56 am, as always still awake.
You've given me hope! The last thing I want is surgery and drugs. I'm already feeling better doing the exercises you recommend in your video. Thanks so much!
What drugs can help?
Thank you Dr.! What is that bar equipment called?
Thank You !
Hey Ne! You are very welcome!
Thank you for giving me hope❤
Thank you for this informative video. I will definitely try these exercises.
I have cervical dystonia, cervical stenosis, and torticollis. (Ouch!)
I get a nerve block injection once a week, but the neck twisting is so debilitating. Please help.
Hello, I really enjoy a lot out of you videos. I will practise those three exercises you have suggested on this particular video on cervical stenosis and pinched nerves however I have a torn rotator cuff tendon so not sure on the 1st and 3rd ones you have so generously advised. So am a little worried I may make the tear worse. Thankyou 🙂
Mine started in my early 30s. I had 3 babies before 30, and I carried all 3 of them on my left side. The third one I carried a lot until he was 5 years old. That pressure just kept building and building, leaving me with horrible neck and shoulder pain with pinching. Now I'm 41, and I still have so much pain. I also just did a ton of resting after a hysterectomy, so everything eels extra painful. I had started physical therapy before surgery, but insurance only covered so many visits. I will be doing your exercise suggestions many times per day.
Good info. I have C6-7 hernia and stenosis. What bothers me the most is my upper left trap. It’s so contracted. Visibly hiked up more than the right. Seems like should shrugs would make it tighten up more. Should I do them? I have Kinesio taped the left trap starting at shoulder up to the neck to help pull the trap down too.
Hello sir, do these exercises apply for cervical retrolisthesis too?
Thanks for the video. Will the reverse hang help for decompression with my cervical, a
Or just hanging should work? TIA
Great info, I would only definitely add the TOWEL NECK PULL UPWARDS. That has helped me tremendously in my case...
Wonderful vids,i have injuri since idk when my pain is under upper traps rhombs and my hand always tingling im doing exercises with bands and nothing helped!
Dr. David, I've watched numerous YT videos and visited many Interweb sites about this topic. This is one of the better videos for sure. You describe the affliction very well. I suffer with this and with Lumbar and Thoracic spinal issues as well. I have Spondy in the spine vertebrae and Facet Joints. Radiculopathy into the arms (the left worse), and Shoulders (the right is worse?) ... Yes, Cervical Instabilities (CI) Does Affect the Central Nervous system. Although my Pain Management / Physiatrist Doctor does not agree, but CI can affect and cause Temporal Headaches, TMJ issues, (I do), Chronic Sinusitis, Tinnitus, even IBS /GERD, Chest muscle pain (Costochronditis), and Bladder and Bowel incontinence. I'm 71 YO, Male, retired now (due to Disabilities as described), with Chronic Pain / terrible stiffness, which wreaks Havoc with my overall Well Being. I will call your attention to Dr. Ross Hauser of Caring Medical Channel, who is a big proponent of treating CI in a big way. He is an advocate of ProloTherapy. But if one should watch - you will learn how Crucial the Cervical Spine is to your health. Although My Pain Management Dr., says No - that CI will not affect your Sinuses, or eye or ear pain or TMJ, my ENT says Just The Opposite. He says, Yes, the nerves in the neck go Up and Down. C1 and C2 can impact the Vagus Nerve(s) [there is one on each side of your body]. Look up The Vagus Nerve!! THX for this Video. PS: Be Aware of Tech Neck - some Chiros say will be the next Major Epidemic in the World dwarfing Diabetes.
I just reviewed this video. David, you are so Spot On!! I'm 72 yo now, and a sufferer of Cervical and Lumbar Stenosis. Lately for some reason, my left side Neck, Trap (it's hard a sa rock) and shoulder are experiencing "buzzing", Electrical type pains that weakens the arm - though still functional. It ignites upon only certain movements of the left arm. I have begun some months ago to get back into lifting light weights, doing more aerobic exercise on an Elliptical machine at home, and more general stretching and more Core strengthening exercises (they have helped with the lower back). I am limited to more "static" exercises because I am Bone On Bone in the right knee and getting closer to that in the left knee - the left Hip has arthritis too. Amazing how the Human Body is in Symmetry! My 1" shorter right leg for over 55 years which ws left unaddressed for 15 years or so has taken a major toll on my body via the Spinal affects including Dextroscoliosis and Degenerative Disc Disease.
Thank you so much I have stenosis
Your welcome humility!!
I have severe neuronal, foraminal stenosis and kyphosis, and a bunch of other arthritic related stuff going on in my 4-5, 5-6 cervical area, my number one symptom or severe intractable headaches. After two years in a neck brace, I started going to a yoga class that focused on posture and learning about that, and ergonomics and swimming every day helped enormously however now I get a headache whenever I seem to irritate or aggravate whatever is causing that spasm on my right side - lifting light wts even does it-of my neck and down into the top of the scapula.. when I first had the headaches on a 24 seven basis for two years my doctor told me I needed surgery but the surgeon I consulted said I didnt need it and i noted i did not have the typical symptoms of cervical , although I did sometimes have pain through my shoulder into my arm when it was really bad I think he meant I didn't have the weakness, dizziness commonly listed. I noticed that you did not mention headaches and as I said, that is the number one thing I suffer from I also suffer from pulsatile tinnitus on that side and wonder if that isn't related to the compression so that I hear the swishing of the blood from being so squished on that side. I am praying that your exercises will help me.
Mine too. I see my neuro surgeon this week
The headaches are chronic if I do anything that involves my arms...days of severe pain in the side of my head
Swimming gives me severe spasms. Unless I swim underwater continually. Breast stroke kills me.
Hello Doctor: Thank you for explaining Cervical Spinal Stenosis. I have suffered from spinal stenosis for years. With pain radiating down my arm. I also have lower back pain, that radiates down my leg. In physical therapy, I have never did the neck exercises that you demonstrated. I knew that the pain was a contributing factor to getting older and arthritis setting in my joints. However, growing up in an abusive household. My father would slap my face followed by a karate chop to my neck. I thought that the blows to my neck, was also a factor in my cervical spinal stenosis pain. Thank you for explaining the neck exercises. I will try these exercises.
Hi Paulette,
We’re very sorry to hear about the pain, and the abuse you've faced over the years, and we want to commend you for seeking ways to address your spinal stenosis. It's clear that you've been through a lot, and it's essential to explore methods that can bring you relief and improve your quality of life.
Your acknowledgment of the potential contributing factors, including past experiences, is insightful. Trauma and physical injuries can have a lasting impact on our bodies, and understanding these factors can be a crucial step toward finding effective solutions.
We encourage you to take it slow and listen to your body while trying the exercises. If you experience any discomfort please rest and return to the exercise with less intensity.
We’d like to share a cervical stenosis playlist with you that you might find helpful. If you are interested you can access it here: “Cervical (Neck) Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mbB6MFKdws1vpjbW_jyXB5y.html
Thank you for sharing your experiences, and we sincerely wish you the best on yourjourney toward improved health and well-being.
@Paul I have exactly the same thing you have. I m so sorry about the abuse from your father. Anyway thanks for your feedback
Would this also develop non stop bad headaches from occipital neuralgia nerve impingement?
i would like to come to you with an appointment please
Thank you God for Dr. David Middaugh! I think I can benefit from the exercises even if I don't have painful cervical stenosis in the neck! I have stenosis in the spine and the connection's are important!
Many exercises overlap to benefit the entire body!
Saint John Chrysotom, pray for us especially for those who have authority and power to advocate for humble people who do not have authority and power to make friends and to influence people to do the right thing! Beatitudes all! Memorare prayed for intention!
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Hi there
I have C6 C7 disc herniation (slight) that is radiating to the right and stinosis due to some “hooks” that have been forming in the foramen, so lateral stinosis also. I am very flexible and have hypermobile joints. I have been a dancer and have always stretched a lot. I am 46
years old, in good shape, I am a
massage therapist. I was in a car
accident and sustained whiplash 3 months ago. I went to a kinisiologest and chiropractor and physiotherapist
Amazing 🤩 I did all those exercises and omg it hits but feels better after .
Hi Rufina! We are glad we are able to help and that you felt some relief after! We will include a link to our playlist below:
“Cervical (Neck) Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mbB6MFKdws1vpjbW_jyXB5y.html
We hope you found this information helpful! Please let us know how you are doing as you progress 🧡 🙌 🌟
I had a Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion at at C6-7 about 20 years ago and have a lot of burning pain in that area now. Would it be safe for me to do these exercises?
I noticed that I started to get this after doing weighted bell shrugs at the gym; not sure if I’m making it worse ? Can you give me some insight
Your amazing
Your amazing carnivoregal!
i have been diagnosed with this and i am using the cox technique with my chiropractor as well as tens unit, so i will add these movements along with all of it!!
Hey Rosie! So sorry to hear about your cervical stenosis! :-( Definitely work on them and please keep us updated on your progress! We also have more videos for you! Here is a playlist with all of our content on cervical stenosis:
“Cervical (Neck) Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mbB6MFKdws1vpjbW_jyXB5y.html
I have severe stenosis on my right side I had a pet scan and showed inflammation in the neck. I have diabetes and blood disorder I can’t do reg traditional treatments even tho I’ve tried in the past but it’s made it worse due to high blood sugar etc. I’ve been doing my treadmill etc now , not getting better. I’m nervous about seeing my neuro doc this wed. It came up in my X-ray and mri and pet scan. Bone spurs too calcium spots too. Have scoliosis too. I am hoping to get the nerve decompression. I’ve had this since 2017. Chiropractic, Accupuncter,shots etc. I’m looking Doritos it but not ❤ thanks for this video
I had 2 operations on my neck, 1 laminectomy c3 /4/5/7 and they did a acdf operation on c4/5, all because off severe foranimal stenoses and a lot osteophyte formation
Thats 5 years ago and i still have pain everey day.
I.m 60 years old.
I had someone drop their whole body weight on the back of my neck about 6 years ago. X-ray, MRI, and CT scans show that I have mild to moderate spondylosis of the C6/C7 vertebrae with some foramen narrowing which was probably the result of that injury. Ever so often nowadays I still get pins and needles in my left index and middle fingers and odd twinges in the left shoulder blade as well as crepitus when turn my neck.
I discovered doing shoulder presses and full-range chin-ups really helps as well as bridging with the neck off a bench or chair. What are your thoughts on doing weights and gym exercises to relieve Cervical Stenosis?
I have done Robinson Smith in C7-C8 and C8-TH1. Before i had pain betwen my shoulderblades for som years. I thought it was somthing with the muscels. It is no 12. weeks since the operation. It was what we say in norwegian " alvorlig nakkeprolaps " . I did some hard work on my farm friday. The operation was the following tuesday and i did not sleep until wednesday because of the pain. So 4 nights with out sleep. My right arm are week in many muscels and my fingers are num and not function as they should. Before this friday i had no pain in my neck, only betwen my shoulderblades. So to avoid damage to your nerves out to your arm, take the pain there serious and get it controlled by a doctor!
Malvin Opheim
Where is the link for the “hanging Bar”?
When we do these for upper cervical is it benefitting lumbar stenosis issues as well - since they’re connected …
Can I do these? I have been diagnosed with pinched nerves on both sides of c5 amd c6. I have some problems in my hands because of this. It seems like an ongoing problem for me because of carrying heavy groceries.
hi doctor can this heal people who have stenosis along the cervical spine with ischemia around those neck muscles?
Can you hang if you had a reverse shoulder replacement surgery?
Hi Dr. David,
I have cervical Stenosis on C5-C6 and C6-C7, but the C5 is more sever toward the right. When I tuck my chin, my finger goes numbs and pain in shoulder. Is this normal?
...this can be a long process, just remembered the main thing is to get some kind of movement no matter how slight. In time keep building on that until the ROM becomes more significant, also less is more, go for small changes in the beginning, over time the range of motion will increase
Hi Dr, I feel the pinch pain going up to the back of my head, is this possible with Stenosis, I am thinking this is what I have..
My doctor has no compassion at all!! Just wants to push me out the door. I think I’ll fire him! lol
Hey Dalene, we are so sorry you've been having these types of healthcare issues :-(
Glad you are here so we can help! Here is a playlist with all of our content on cervical stenosisin case you need it:
“Cervical (Neck) Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mbB6MFKdws1vpjbW_jyXB5y.html
I had a cervical infusion 7 yrs back. My latest x ray results says i have minimal foraminal narrowing in c3-c4 spine. I get a lot of shoulder blade pain
Hello Dr. David, My pain is not so much on my neck for say, I just feel a lot of tightness but my pain or discomfort is mainly on my left shoulder but more like the rhomboid area hurts and a lot of tightness and the tingling and muscle weakens down my left arm. Any suggestions on exercises for this discomfort? much appreciated in advance.
Hey Pweety, We are so sorry to hear that you've been feeling a lot of tightness and pain in your rhomboid area that is radiating down your left arm causing muscle weakness and tingling. 🥺
We do have a playlist that we have compiled with additional information and exercises for the upper back that should provide you with the help you need. If you'd like to check it out you can do so here:
“Upper Back Pain Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mbPtvBnvG_URrY92av4QLtO.html
We hope you start feeling some relief soon.We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
I don’t have a bar like that to hang on, but I’ve got an inversion table and if I go all the way back I can hold on to the bars at the back of the inversion table and have them pull on my shoulders that way. Would that be acceptable?
Great explanation, I came to the same solution after my investigation. I was searching what to do to awoid surgery. I was diagnosed 1 year ago with the neck cervical stenosis and since more than 6 months I`m hanging on similar bars you show. Still long path in front of me, but today I can hang my full body for 1,5 min in 1 session (dead hang). Unfortunatelly the shoulder pain and the numb feeling on my hand are still present. I also suffer by a tinnitus in both ears which started along with my disc bulge. I have to say that at least the mobility of my shoulders and neck is for me unblocked. (The pain is constant without any relief, but at least it is not getting worse.)
Tinnitus can appear after a disk bulged?
Have always had problems withmy neck... it's been getting worse. Last.night i was in so much pain and also had a high fever and my headache was insanly painful. I rang hospital they said ice...i am just hoping the dr orders an xray.
Thank you for your tutorial.
Would a person with Cervical Spinal Stenosis besides pain in both arms and limited movement in the middle, ring, and pinky in both hands, and also severe lightheadedness and passing out frequently? A neurologist recently told me that stenosis does not cause lightheadedness and passing out.
I have frozen shoulder as well as neck stenosis also roto cuff ….my neck is awful pain…but I’m restictedgetting one arm to stretch up over head….is there another exercise I can do…..😊
Can I go for swimming as I had cervical stenosis C6-c7
Hello dr..my dr.diagnosed me minute marginal osteophytes and mild narrowing of medial compartment of fibiofemoral articulation are seen..mild osteoartritis..im so scared because the dr said if my physio not working for me i will need to do surgery..im an ofw here in doha..and im following ur exercises just maybe 2 weeks now..my knee have sound everytime i bend it and pain ..please doc .do i need to do surgery or just continue exercising or loose weight ..i red that u said exercise 80% n 20 % diet .thank you doc
I was diagnosed with Cervical Stenosis in the cervical and lumbar spine about 20 years ago. I also have arthritis and boney growths, (osteophytes) in the joints of my spine. Trying to get a specialist to help me is impossible, as you say in your video all they recommend is painkillers, which my doctor will not give me because of my heart problem. I am 77 years of age and have heart disease, diabetic neuropathy, prostate disease etc. I believe that is why they don't want to help me. I have reached a stage now where I am losing the use of my legs and hands. I fall easily because of the weakness in my legs, plus I get dizzy due to my neck stenosis. I have thought about suicide but I never will because of the hurt this would cause my wife, plus I love life. I live in Britain and our National System has failed, it can take weeks to see a doctor and sometimes years to see a specialist.
I really hope you soon get some help soon,i also suffer ,but I can't take the pain meds because of adverse reactions from them, please keep strong,😊❤
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Such a painful problem for me im on pain medication for mine until I have surgery, my pain is burning in my neck and my arm 😢 does the surgery really work ??
I have numb index finger- deal with pain some. Did chiropractic for months and not better soon as I stopped. Went to spine doc - I take gabapentin and naproxen once daily. I do exercises for the rest of my spine that definitely helps but haven’t found anything to help with neck. I’m excited to do yours and just subscribed. This started in ONE day when I was 52. I’m 54 now and feel 84. I’m trying you now
Hi, I have stenosis in the neck and lumbar too. What exercises should I do ? I’m in a lot of pain 😊
Did u watch the video ?
Hi Dr. I watched your previous video on your top 3 exercises for cervical stenosis awhile ago. In it you say tuck your chin then look down, or bring your head down. This new video you say not to bring your head down, so which is it? Just want to make sure. Thx
Hey @lw7654, the main idea is to use your muscles on the front of your neck but behind the throat. Those are the deep neck flexors. They're the same muscles you use when making a double chin. You've got to make sure you get those working properly without looking up or down too much.
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy thank you for explaining!
i have spinal stenosis and i have a question? can spinal stenosis cause extreme restlessness in body at night and day. . also i wake up in morning and my upper arms have a achey throbbing feeling in them. also i feel like my left side of neck is contricted and i cant turn it! its cracking and popping and i can actually feel something moving around in head when i turn neck to left! its really weird. i am 4 months clean off THC so im going thru post accute withdraw syndrym, so i have alot of anxiety and head pressure from my brain healling. i just want to make sure if any of this stuff is caused from my stenosis? Thankyou i know this is old post i hope you anwser
mine is severe. Will this help?
Doc is back massage okay?
Hi Dr.
My shoulder is pain and Im losing strength on my arm...is there any exercise or stretch to relieve pain and also build up strength on shoulder?
Hey Tony, so sorry to hear you are having pain and losing strength in your shoulder :-(. It is hard to identify the cause of your shoulder pain from this information. It is very common that the root cause is a muscle imbalance. We have many videos for shoulder pain that you can browse to see if you find information that may help you.
"Shoulder Pain Help"
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I was diagnosed with cervical stenosis, can ai still run?
What can you do with a bad neck that is affecting the vagus nerve?
I didnt know that could happen! what are the symptoms?
Dear Dr. David , I have:
1) TMJ arthritis right side
2) Degenerative caused recessus and neuroforaminal stenosis C4/5 and C5/6 bds, right more than left in the presence of the degenerative changes of the intervertebral discs accompanied by retrospondylosis and facet joint arthrosis with evidence of activated component as well as compression of the neural structures-C4-C6 nerve root right as a conceivable cause for at least part of the symptomatology - cervicobrachialgia bds. and vertigo.
3) Signs of mild positional and motion-dependent coronary instability of the upper cervical joints with discrete malposition in the right atlantoaxial joint, possibly with position-dependent malrotation most likely due to insufficiency of the right talar ligament. In addition, there is evidence of a most likely constriction of the epidural space and evidence of a short-term affection of the medulla oblongata with accompanying cervico-encephalic syndrome and effect on the vertebral artery and vagus nerve
What do you recommend please ? Thanks !
Hey Ne Kontam! So sorry to hear about your TMJ arthritis along with your cervical joint issues! We understand you want to get your vertigo under control as well. We highly recommend a Virtual Consultation service with one of our experienced doctors. By opting for a Virtual Consultation, you'll have the opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with our doctors, where they can delve into the details of your condition and provide you with tailored guidance and coaching. This personalized approach ensures that you receive the individualized support and direction you need to make informed decisions about your health. To learn more about our Virtual Consultations Please click here:
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Diagonosed with mild cervical 10:37 stenosis on my c6-c7.experiencing pain radiating to the left arm and numbness in my right hand due to median nerve compression. From last two days I felt lightheadedness and dizziness also is it normal ??What should do ?i took physiotherapy sessions earlier as well but neck pains persist kindly suggest
Hello doctor. Numbness and tingling in both hands with mild loss of sensation along with diagram tightness. Hyper reflexes and mild balance issues.
I think I have this diagnosis but I won’t do surgery. I can’t do scared I am. Will I survive whiteout surgery. Is there any possible for it to heal by it’s own?
Plz answer. I’m frightened and desperate. Thank you
how are you now?
Would an inversion table help?
@@bilko_4732 Thank you.
when I do double chin my finger goes numbs, Is that ok?
I have stenosis but its in my upper cervical spine. Atlas -3 so my pain is occipital neuralgia will these exercises help me? Thank you for video
Hey OM! These exercises should be able to help with your cervical stenosis. One of the best exercises is usually the chin tuck. Here is a link to our full playlist of videos for cervical stenosis in case you would like to learn more about what you can do for this issue:
“Cervical (Neck) Stenosis Help”
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Does stenosis include feeling tight in the face (one sided) I can’t tell if I have forminal stenosis or scalene adhesions
Hey @guitardds! This sounds more like a scalene or sternocleidomastoid problem. Might be similar to torticollis.
I have had spinal stenosis of the neck for quite a few years. Sometimes the pain would be so bad that I would wear a cervical collar, even to bed. However, I do not know what happened, but I have not had any pain in the last six months. Is there any explanation for this?
Hey Eunice, that's great that your pain has been gone for 6 months! It could be that you rested it enough to reduce the irritation that was the source of the pain. If you didn't treat the muscle imbalance, then you should consider doing the exercises to address the weaknesses now because the pain usually comes back.
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy Thanks for your reply. I will do the exercises.
Thank you so much gor you really clear and supportive instructions as regards neck stennosis.i have been doping your exercises gor some time so far and the results are stunning. I keep watching your videos and each time i learn something.I appreciate your efforts to help uš solve our problems.
Hi sir my mri says left neural foramen is mildly narrowed by uncovertebral joint hypertrophy. Is this the same as cervical stenosis? Please help me.
Hey Jennifer! Great question! They are conceptually the same. It is essentially a relative stenosis of the left side.
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy thank you just was wondering why my neck was affected by this , it looks like the foramen Is near the lower back so I was curious why my neck would hurt. Any idea?
Hey Jennifer, it depends on what segment of the spine they are talking about. If it is in the lumbar spine, then that would be the low back. If it is in the cervical spine, then it would cause neck pain as well. Hope this help!