I've been dealing with cervical issues for about a year now with symptoms like neck pain, stiffness, occasional numbness in my hands, and headaches. Can bone spurs be removed through surgery and how safe is the procedure?

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I recommend starting with physiotherapy and painkillers to manage your condition. If there's no significant improvement after a reasonable period, we can then consider surgical options.

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My right shoulder X-ray shows sclerosis in the greater tuberosity, and the report suggests supraspinatus tendinitis. I'm 74 years old should I go for medicines, physiotherapy, or surgery? What would be the best option for me?

conservaive tt initially,if not responding sx is advised to the patient.

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Can you suggest non-surgical treatment options for horizontal tears in the anterior horn of the lateral meniscus and posterior horn of the medial meniscus? There's also a bit of joint effusion and I'm really hoping to avoid surgery if possible

MRI is advised,ortho opinion

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My mom is 47 and has meniscal tears in her knee along with osteoarthritis. The doctor recommended arthroscopy but I'm worried if surgery is the best option given her osteoarthritis. Should we consider conservative treatment first or go ahead with the surgery?

For a 47-year-old with both meniscal tears and osteoarthritis, a conservative approach is often recommended before considering surgery, especially arthroscopy. While surgery can provide temporary relief, studies suggest that nonsurgical treatment, such as physical therapy and pain management, may be more effective and prevent further osteoarthritis progression.

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I've been dealing with cervical issues for about a year now with symptoms like neck pain, stiffness, occasional numbness in my hands, and headaches. Can bone spurs be removed through surgery and how safe is the procedure?

I recommend starting with physiotherapy and painkillers to manage your condition. If there's no significant improvement after a reasonable period, we can then consider surgical options.

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My right shoulder X-ray shows sclerosis in the greater tuberosity, and the report suggests supraspinatus tendinitis. I'm 74 years old should I go for medicines, physiotherapy, or surgery? What would be the best option for me?

Can you suggest non-surgical treatment options for horizontal tears in the anterior horn of the lateral meniscus and posterior horn of the medial meniscus? There's also a bit of joint effusion and I'm really hoping to avoid surgery if possible

My mom is 47 and has meniscal tears in her knee along with osteoarthritis. The doctor recommended arthroscopy but I'm worried if surgery is the best option given her osteoarthritis. Should we consider conservative treatment first or go ahead with the surgery?

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