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What could be the reason for chronic lower back pain and weakness in the right leg?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I have seen your MRI (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Regarding your lumbar MRI, I could not find any gross compression, which explains your right leg weakness. Howev...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Anuj Gupta

Can a diffuse disc bulge at the L3-L4 spinal segment in the MRI report cause severe lower back pain?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sorry to hear about your chronic low back pain and recent flare-up. Based on your magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings, it seems that you have a few different disc-related issues in your lower back that may ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq

What could cause numbness and muscle tightening from the abdomen to the toes following an accident?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. You need to send me images of the MRI. Also, tell me do you feel instability while walking? Do you have a change in your writing? Are your symptoms progressive when you compare them with last y...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Anuj Gupta

What causes radiating pain from the lower back to the right leg?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. From your history, it seems to be sciatica causing the pain. I suggest the following. 1. Avoid lifting heavy weights. 2. Avoid arching your back; bend your knees to pi...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

I have vitamin D deficiency with back pain that aggravates on sitting and standing. Please help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your symptoms suggest core and back muscle weakness. I suggest you do some regular exercise in the gym or yoga or even at work. Do chair-based exercise. It helps to strengthen your core strength and back toning. Do some ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Atul Prakash

What could cause numbness in the arms along with shoulder weakness?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. Do you have weakness and numbness only on the left side? When you keep your hand above your head, do you feel improvement in numbness? Do you feel instability whil...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Anuj Gupta

What can be done to manage neck and shoulder stiffness after C1 and C2 surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your X-ray looks fine (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, nothing to worry. Yes, you can travel but if you have pain and stiffness, then you need to use a soft cervical collar-size depending on your nec...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

What are the ways to overcome pain in the lumbar region?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you follow the following instructions to relieve your lower back pain: 1. Avoid lifting heavy objects. 2. Avoid arching your back. Instead, bend your knees to pick something from the floor. 3. Avoid sitti...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

Why does my friend have numbness after hemilaminectomy surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It sounds like your friend is bothered by the persistent tingling and numbness in his left foot. I understand these sensations can be quite irritating, especially if your work involves standing for long periods. Did...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Berry Chirag Ashok

Due to cervical spondylosis, will I have problem during pregnancy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the history and information given by you, my answers are as follows: It does not look like you have a gastrointestinal disorder. But, better is to get an ultrasonography of your abdomen and rule it out. In ce...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan