Spine care
Cervical Spine
Disc or bone changes in the cervical spine can cause neck pain and arm pain, numbness or weakness. Treatment is decided after neurological examination and report review.
When to seek assessment
- Neck pain spreading to the shoulder or arm
- Tingling or numbness in the hands
- Stiffness or restricted neck movement
What the consultation may involve
- 1Discussion of your symptoms, their duration and effect on daily life
- 2Physical and neurological examination (sensation, strength, reflexes)
- 3Review of previous reports and imaging
- 4Advice on further tests if needed
- 5Discussion of treatment options suited to you — which may include non-surgical care
Reports to bring
- MRI report and films or CD
- X-rays
- CT scan (if done)
- Previous prescriptions and current medication list
- Recent blood tests or other reports
When to seek urgent care
- Sudden problems controlling bladder or bowel
- Numbness around the back passage or inner thighs
- Rapidly worsening weakness in arms or legs
- Severe pain after an accident or fall
- Pain with fever, unexplained weight loss or a history of cancer
With these signs, do not wait for a chamber serial — go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
This is general educational information. Your diagnosis and treatment will depend on an individual clinical assessment.
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