Hi all,
Wanted to ask your advice on what to do or where to seek treatment for a sharp, constant pain on the left side of my neck. This pain started around October 5 and at first could be controlled by Advil.
I believe that the pain was caused by my visit (first time ever) to a chiropractor. I went to 3 sessions. On the last session on Sept 26, I had a headache after treatment and then 5 days later experienced the sharp constant pain on the left side of my neck.
I attempted to swim through the pain and just take Advil. However, one week later, the pain is so intense that I now cannot swim at all. As of yesterday, my shoulder and left arm are numb. It hurts to inhale deeply on land or in the water.
I've alerted the chiropractor (although I will not go in for another session!) and am making an appointment with my general doctor. Advil, Tylenol and Aleve no longer work.
Do you guys have other recommendations like:
See a Physical Therapist
Get deep tissue massages
Apply heat and/ or cold
Get X Ray
CAT Scan
Something else?
Sux to not swim! :cry: Any advice is greatly appreciated!
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Former Member
Kristina,
Glider here...Hmmm...how to go about this without starting a flame war. Think just a minute. Someone claims 2 deaths due to a DC. And how many have died at the hands of MDs? Keep a level head, okay. I know you are hurting and that sucks. Been there, done that and DCs have helped me. So have MDs...
I have two brothers who are MDs plus a mother who is a PNP. But, hey my wife is a DC (and a good one at that, but hey I may be a little biased.)
What you need is real info from both medical and chiropractic communities and not from anyone who will blast the other.
First make sure your DC is competent (umm did he even do xrays before he adjusted you?) Where'd he go to school? Life? Palmer, etc? How long has he/she been practicing? Any reports on his records?
Second, talk to your DC to see what he says. If you aren't comfortable with his recommendation or offer of adjustment, get a second opinion from another qualified DC and/or MD.
Third, (and I've been caught in the middle of this) remember there is general disagreement and distrust between MDs and DCs. You are best to stick with an MD or DC who understands the benefits of the other's discipline and acknowledges their legitimacy.
PM me if you like and I'm sure I can get my wife to talk to you just to share info answer any questions over the phone. No charge.
For real - two deaths!? I didn't know that was an outcome! Yes, he did neck manipulation on me. Arg. He wants to see me immediately. I think I'll have to pass based on this info. Did make an appointment w/ my general doc for first thing tomorrow morning. Maybe they can take an x ray. Thanks for the warning. I had no idea. Just hope this pain goes away. :violin:
Kristina,
Glider here...Hmmm...how to go about this without starting a flame war. Think just a minute. Someone claims 2 deaths due to a DC. And how many have died at the hands of MDs? Keep a level head, okay. I know you are hurting and that sucks. Been there, done that and DCs have helped me. So have MDs...
I have two brothers who are MDs plus a mother who is a PNP. But, hey my wife is a DC (and a good one at that, but hey I may be a little biased.)
What you need is real info from both medical and chiropractic communities and not from anyone who will blast the other.
First make sure your DC is competent (umm did he even do xrays before he adjusted you?) Where'd he go to school? Life? Palmer, etc? How long has he/she been practicing? Any reports on his records?
Second, talk to your DC to see what he says. If you aren't comfortable with his recommendation or offer of adjustment, get a second opinion from another qualified DC and/or MD.
Third, (and I've been caught in the middle of this) remember there is general disagreement and distrust between MDs and DCs. You are best to stick with an MD or DC who understands the benefits of the other's discipline and acknowledges their legitimacy.
PM me if you like and I'm sure I can get my wife to talk to you just to share info answer any questions over the phone. No charge.
For real - two deaths!? I didn't know that was an outcome! Yes, he did neck manipulation on me. Arg. He wants to see me immediately. I think I'll have to pass based on this info. Did make an appointment w/ my general doc for first thing tomorrow morning. Maybe they can take an x ray. Thanks for the warning. I had no idea. Just hope this pain goes away. :violin:
