Re: Blown disc in lower right back

Posted By Josh on July 26, 1999 at 09:54:08
I have been having pain in my lower right back and down my right leg resulting from a fall at work.I have had a ct and mri done and all checked out ok.I am waiting to take a emg which where the office cant get me in for 2 weeks.My employer is pushing me towards chiropractic and physical therepy wanting me to start now before I get the emg done.I am in severe pain and discomfort and have been for 3 weeks now but not knowing the extent of my injury would it be wise to seek chiropractic treatment.could this worsen my condition?

[CCF MD GS]

Posted By CCF MD GS on July 26, 1999 at 12:54:50
Thanks for the question. We are usually not prone as a group to refer patients for chiropractic manipulation but the practice is certainly widespread. I think that physical therapy is a good idea and may be helpful. The fact that the MRI scans are normal is good. If you see a chiro I would avoid maipulation and just do stretching and soft tissue work. As you know the optimal treatment for low back pain is very controversial but I think most of us would avoid surgery if other options were available. Good luck
This information is provided for general medical education purposes only. Plaese consult your doctor regarding diagnostic and treatment options.










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