What kind of doctor should my husband see for his back problem?

Back pain due to herniated discs is best managed by 2 types of medical specialists called 1. Neurosurgeon 2. Orthopaedic Surgeon.

Neurosurgeon is a surgeon that specializes in operating on diseases of the nerves.

Orthopaedic Surgeon is a surgeon that specializes in operating on the diseases of the bones and related structures like muscles,tendon,ligaments,joints and also nerves.

As you can see, the problems of herniated discs involves back bones and nerves. So both of these 2 specialists are competent in managing your condition provided they are; 1.well-trained and 2.experience.

So you have to do a bit of investigating about them and don't just get advise from 1, go and get second or third or even fourth opinions from different specialists if the pain persist and if surgery is advised.

Sara -

I would like to refer you to several options. First of all, I have had a similar problem. Since giving birth last year, two toes on both feet have been numb. I went to a Podiatrist, GP, Orthopedic doctor, Chiropractor, Physical Therapist and am about to see another Chiropractor. In addition, I have also gone to the library and checked out books on Back Pain, Yoga, and getting rid of Back Pain without Surgery. My toes are slightly better after the first Chiropractor, but I have decided to suspend treatment until I can get treated by the second Chiropractor. He practices Neurologically-based Chiropractic care and I have heard good things about him. While I can not recommend this InVision Test and Neurologically-based care yet, I would invite you to look into this because it is probably more precise and scientific than other Chiropractors (and please be careful with your choice of one, since some can do more harm than good if not properly trained or experienced).

It is good that you are asking the right questions, and I do believe that you are your best health advocate.

In addition, I would recommend carefully either getting some good Physical Therapy, or if you can not afford that, take some classes at your gym or health center in Yoga or Pilates. Also, since I have begun working out again, I have tried to increase my strength and flexibility, which has helped a little bit. If you do take any Yoga or health club classes, please be very careful and do not attempt to do anything that makes your husband awkward in the very least, especially since he does have disc problems.

Finally, I have found some relief by using some pillows to prop my back up and keep my feet up.

I feel certain that your husband needs to get into proper alignment with an exceptional Chiropractor; but he also needs to increase his strength and flexibility, slowly and daily.

Was there some injury that caused your husband to throw his back? This information might be important in preventing future problems. I would like you to also make sure that no disease is going on and this would be a reason to continue seeing an orthapedic doctor. But I would find one who would try to correct the problem and not rush to surgery and find one who has a more holistic view about the body and would be willing to work with your exceptional Chiropractor as well.

Thanks,

Bianca

P.S. I have also found that massage helps a great deal, but be sure to clue in your masseuse about the disc problems.

Orthopedist is the most likely doctor. But, he may instead need a neurologist. It's best to coordinate his care through a trusted Primary Physician (either an Internist or Family Practice Doctor).

Danielle makes good recommendation for an exercise, but I would recommend he see a PT who is certified in mechanical diagnosis and therapy as this exercise might not be for everyone...an assessment needs to be performed to determine if this is appropriate (go to http://www.mckenziemdt.org/ ) Furthermore, if he's really have a neck problem (a possiblity if he's having hand symptoms), this exercise might not be the best for him.

However, a good neurosurgical opinion probably wouldn't hurt..especially if he's having symptoms in both legs and his hand (which should have nothing to do with his low back) which is always alittle bit more or an arduous situation.

A Chiropractor by any means, not only can he/she help the herniated disk through regular adjustments, but can refer if a MRI need's to be done. As for numb toes weak legs, it could be the sciatic-nerve, which most Chiropractor can treat, without any medication. Had a the same problem, & the only professional that was able to help, was a Chiropractor!

Try a D. O. they are trained medically and in chiropractic care. They generally don't over medicate, they try to treat the whole person.

Search wikipedia for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and Comparison of M.D. and D. O.

{hysiotherapist.

I had this, and went to a phisiotherapist. Now, its all gone, and im doing much better!!

For the moment, hav him to sloppy pushups, but dont make him go all the way up until a while later.

Steps:

1. Lie face down

2. Push up woth arms, but nothing else.

3. Let legs stay down

I would probably say a chiropractor. My dad's been one for over 20 years, and he deals with stuff like this a lot. Depending on which one you go to, they can help with muscle stim and the like. Hope he gets help!

Did you tested Pull Your Ex Back technique? Try in this website : http://www.exrecoveryformula.com/ . This will absolutely explain everybody!

Is he goin to a chiropractor?