Severe Cervical pain with arm numbness ?

Hi John. I too have lumber spondylosis and cervical spondylosis. I have been refused any surgery as mine would involve too many discs. I have a herniated disc in my neck and also one in my lumber spine. I am on a cocktail of medication and waiting for a refferal to the pain clinic.

I recently put in a claim for PIP and lost my disability payments, so I now don't get any money, and I can't work. I am appealing so hoping to get something back.

I am a 61 year old female, and I now cannot walk without a stick.

Keep in touch and let me know how you get on.

Lesley

Thx for th reply.

Don't want to pre judge anything before the MRI,but the feelings I'm getting in my neck and arms is how my lumber prognosis first started way back in 1990. I'm worried this May be a disc pushing on nerves now similar to my Lumber Stenosis. Only 5 months ago it was just neck ache after reading,is this progress normal for Cervical desease ?

Will do that for sure. 

Thx again.

I agree with Lesley1954, make sure you hold your neck in the 'neutral' position if at all possible.  One way I remembered to do it is by putting my finger on my chin and gently 'pushing' my head back.  Also keep all reading at eye level instead of looking down or up.  Try not to sleep on your side or stomach as that makes things much worse.  Stretch a lot, let your head lie so that your ear touches your shoulder, or as close as you can get without a strain.  Do the same with turning side to side.  These were exercises I was taught in Physical therapy.  Get a massage, it does wonders.  And don't overdo it when you feel good because the pain meds are helping.  Try physical therapy before surgery... once done it cannot be undone.