disc prolapse at c3-4 / moderate scoliosis / cervical stenosis

[taylapj]

Hello all,

I just wondered of someone could give me some advice, i have been diagnosed with the above [ plus mild chiari malformation which is not currently symptomatic ] I have just got back from my first physio session, and to my surprise ive been told that i will always have all this, the scolisis i can accept, but is it true that apart from daily excerses to strengthen my muscles the disc prolapse is some thing i have to accept and live with, ive been advised of things not to do, and to balance my activity / rest cycle out, ie; no gym / no neck straining activities .... i work with adults with learning disabilities who can present with unpredictable challenging behaviour, i am so worried that im going to have to look for another job .............  I simply can't accept that for the rest of my life i have to live with the fact that any jault to the neck could potentially damage my beyond repair ...........

Please any advice, experience would be so greatly appreciated right now.

[selmaS]

No worries : )
<3
"selma"

[taylapj]

Nice one for the heads up Selma. x

[selmaS]

Hi...a word of caution...u have chiari...chiro's r usually not the best to see as they tend to manipulate the neck area which can trigger ur chiari symptoms and herniation to increase.

Do a lot of research first!!

"selma"

[taylapj]

I'll consider anything at this point to be honest .....  What does that type of therapy involve?

[squirtatious]

Have u thought about a holistic approach to your situation and checked out chiropratic care? I know there are those out there who mistrust that form of therapy, I found it to work well with me. I was involved in The Pettibon System which is a full spine reguvenation program. I will only go to chiropractors who practice this system. I'm leery of any other chiropractor who DOESN'T practice this, just wanted to throw out another option for u to consider. I hope u get feeling better, take care:-)

[taylapj]

IMPORTANT >>> by the way i have nerve AND spinal cord impingement.