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jetpackjenny

Does anyone know of a natural treatment/relief for degenerative disc disease?

ASKED by jetpackjenny on September 23, 2008 - 7:43pm

Short of surgery, is there anything you can do for degenerative disc disease? Has anyone noticed improvement through stretching or exercise? Diet, any supplements? Surgery is an absolute last resort. Thanks.

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Latest Comment by Alison Beaver on March 21, 2010 - 7:50am View Comments
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Anonymous

Reduced bone density of lower spine

ASKED by Anonymous on July 30, 2009 - 8:16pm

I have been told after my recent BMD that the density of L4, L5 and S1 is extremely low.

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Latest Comment by Anonymous on March 15, 2010 - 11:29am View Comments
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pbunn

What's the best treatment for torticollis-like symptoms?

ASKED by pbunn on July 22, 2009 - 8:59am

I have had severe neck/upper back muscle spasms on one side of my body for over a year. I've tried chiropractic, massage, physical therapy and medication (cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride).

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Latest Comment by Diane Porter on February 25, 2010 - 9:02am View Comments
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Is your purse too heavy?

ASKED by Diane Porter on January 19, 2009 - 11:23am

What's in your purse?

Today's trendiest purses are so cute -- and so huge! They're big enough to carry all our regular stuff, plus things for the kids, plus notepads, books,

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Latest Comment by Rosa Cabrera on February 7, 2010 - 1:44pm View Comments
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shazia

Spinal Fusion. How long is recovery? To be doing things like driving, exercise, housework etc.

ASKED by shazia on January 29, 2010 - 5:36am

Hi, I had a spinal fracture L1 and L2 after a fall whilst on holiday.

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Latest Comment by Susan Cody on January 29, 2010 - 2:40pm View Comments
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damilola

Does Lumbar Scoliosis affect pregnancy and sex?

ASKED by damilola on June 15, 2009 - 3:47am

i have scoliosis in the lumber region of my back and i was wondering if it affects pregnancy and having sex.

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Latest Comment by Diane Porter on December 21, 2009 - 9:13am View Comments
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franinfl

is there a way i can get rid of my backache

ASKED by franinfl on April 26, 2009 - 4:21am

95% of the time i wake up with a backache. i have a feeling it's my bed but i can't afford another one. not a real good one tho. there about 500 and up. is there a exercise i can do to help the ache?

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Latest Comment by alison b on September 17, 2009 - 2:21pm View Comments
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Celtic Thunder

Should I wear a bra all the time?

ASKED by Celtic Thunder on August 29, 2008 - 2:20pm

I know this sounds like a really odd question but when I was growing up, wearing a bra all the time (including in bed) was considered unhealthy.

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Latest Comment by Anonymous on August 12, 2009 - 11:08pm View Comments
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Anonymous

What would be the cause of upper back pain thorasic area

ASKED by Anonymous on May 22, 2009 - 12:06pm

I have been to Iraq for a 1 year tour, and 1 month prior to coming home I started having tightness and pain in my back, below the shoulder blades. Ihave had mris, xrays, blood work,bone scans.

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Latest Comment by Coach Virginia on May 22, 2009 - 9:34pm View Comments
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melissahopson

What type of doctor should I see for mid-back pain?

ASKED by melissahopson on March 25, 2009 - 6:30am

My family physician has not been able to help me. I've had x-rays, a bone scan, an MRI, and tons of blood work. I don't know where to go to get help.

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Latest Comment by Coach Virginia on March 26, 2009 - 12:20am View Comments

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