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There are white lines on C4 and T1 vertebra in MRI. What does it indicate?
Query: Hello doctor, I have neck and shoulder pain after a car accident. I had an magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan done and would like to know what the white lines on the C4 and T1 of the vertebrae are and if I have any damages in my neck? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The scan seems to be normal to me except for mild kyphosis of the cervical spine. This could be due to ligament injury or due to muscular spasm. I suggest we do dynamic flexion and extens... Read Full »
What can cause severe back pain in my mother?
Query: Hi doctor, My mother who is 63 years old is suffering from back pain. She is not able to walk even 100 yards. After walking a short distance, she feels numb in her foot and needs to sit for some time to proceed further. While sleeping, she feels a needle-pricking-like effect in either side of her ba... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. Thank you for uploading the lab reports (attachment removed to... Read Full »
What is the treatment for the forward bend of the spine seen in my sister?
Query: Hi doctor, My sister is 14 years old. She cannot ultimately stand straight. Her spine bends forward a little near the upper back and shoulders. Could you please suggest me a remedy? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for using this platform. It sounds like your sister has a forward bend in her upper back when you look at her from her side. Is this correct? We give this forward bend a name called kyphosis. While kyphosis can have numerous causes, the most common in this age gr... Read Full »
Is it possible to lead a normal life with scoliosis and neck stiffness?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 31-year-old female. I am in a job for which I will be out of home for at least 11 hours. My problem is stiffness in the neck (in the left side alone) for the past four months. In certain positions of my neck, head trembles, heart beats fast, and shortness of breath is produced. I g... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. Read Full »