Question 1

My mom's MRI shows Arnold Chiari malformation type 1 with a syrinx at D2 spinal canal - is surgery the only treatment option or are there other ways to manage this without going under the knife

Accepted Answer

SX IS ONLY OPTION.

Question 2

I've been diagnosed with a slipped disc at L4-L5 and L5-S1, and doctors are recommending surgery. Right now, I'm taking Razo 20, pregabid 75, and decort 6 D3 once daily, and over the past week, I've noticed some improvement the numbness has reduced. I'm hesitant about surgery since I'm getting better with meds. Is it possible to manage this without surgery, or are there other options I should consider?

Accepted Answer

Slipped disc improving with meds and rest can often be managed without surgery‚Äîcontinue physio and follow-up imaging.

Question 3

I've had surgery for severe radiating pain from my shoulder down my arm due to a C6 disc prolapse, but the pain keeps coming and going. Is surgery the only solution for this, or are there other treatment options I should consider?

Accepted Answer

Persistent post-op pain may need imaging and nerve evaluation‚Äîdiscuss with a spine specialist for alternate treatments.

At 2 cm, radiosurgery (Gamma Knife) offers fewer risks than open surgery‚Äîdiscuss pros/cons with neuro-ENT team.

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My mom's MRI shows Arnold Chiari malformation type 1 with a syrinx at D2 spinal canal - is surgery the only treatment option or are there other ways to manage this without going under the knife

I've had surgery for severe radiating pain from my shoulder down my arm due to a C6 disc prolapse, but the pain keeps coming and going. Is surgery the only solution for this, or are there other treatment options I should consider?

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