Question 1

how long will it take to recover from the pinched nerve surgery on my arm, or could it be a torn rotator cuff?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Recovery from a compressive neuropathy can take several months to a year to completely recover depending how much damage to the nerve was caused and the recovery my be incomplete in some cases. You could potentially have a rotator cuff tear also, you might need an MRI or ultrasound. Surgery to decompress a nerve should have some immediate relief, but certainly not complete relief.

Question 2

my hubby will be going for a pinced nerve surgery on his neck and back does he need to go on some kind of diet when he gets out ?

Accepted Answer

NO, but: There is a possibility that your husband could wake up nauseous from the anesthesia and pain medications. That is why we suggest a light and bland diet to start off with. 
 The narcotic pain medications used for post-operative management can cause constipation, so this should be taken into account while planning meals. I hope that this helps.

Question 3

i have been told i have a pinched nerve in my back or neck. will i need surgery?

Accepted Answer

No.: Odds are no ! surgery should always be a last option. There are many reasons for nerve pain radiating into an arm or leg. Most "pinched nerves" can be treated conservatively with physical therapy, medication, or injection.

Question 4

pain management ctr surgery been 5months stiil get pains plus have pinch nerve in my neck what can i do for pain?

Accepted Answer

Neck pain: The neck pain can be caused by muscle strain, spinal stenosis, ruptured disc, nerve impingement ...  Since your pain persists after the surgery, i recommend you seeking help from a health care provider.  You might benefit from a comprehensive evaluation from a pain management physician.

Question 5

pain management: ctr surgery been 5months, still get pains plus have pinch nerve in my neck. what can i do 4pain?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spine: The top spine surgeons will not make recommendations for treatment solely based on an mri. A thorough review of your symptoms as well a neurologic exam and possibly imaging should direct your care. Speak to your doctor to make sure that the pressure on the nerve has been removed. While pain mgmt has an important role, generally it does not treat structural issues in the spine. Excellent question!

Question 6

2 severely pinched nerves in neck from degeneration. finally had cervical surgery. still loss of use in arm. what is the prognosis for nerve recovery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Recovery in surgery varies from individual to individual. In general nerves repair themselves, if they can 0.5 mm per day. Practically, one year after surgery, you will be at maximum recovery post-surgery.

Question 7

just had emg study that shows severe bilateral carpal tunnel and 3 pinched nerves in neck  is neck surgery inevitable and which should i treat 1st?

Accepted Answer

CTS: Not necessarily. Severity of your CTS warrants discussing options regarding treatment, with your Orthopedic surgeon.

Question 8

what is the difference between a neurosurgeon and an orthopedic spine dr?
i went to pain management today and the dr said he thought i'd end up needing surgery on my neck for pinched nerves.the xray showed bone spurs & disc space narrowing?

Accepted Answer

: The fields of neurosurgery and spine orthopedic surgery overlap. It would be wise to pick a surgeon with excellent training and experience with a good reputation.

Question 9

i have chronic denervation in my arms being caused by compressed nerves in my neck. my symptoms are debilitating muscle cramps in my arms and fatigue, no pain. are these symptoms related to compressed nerves and would i need surgery to fix this?

Accepted Answer

: Not feasible to pinpoint precise cause and effect, as would need imaging, and EMG results (if previously done), to provide correlations.  The question of surgery is indeed even more difficult in absence of definitive information.  You might  consider virtual consult with study results for a more comprehensive evaluation.  (www.connect@healthtap.com)

Question 10

what is recovery time from ulna nerve surgery?

Accepted Answer

About 4-6 weeks: 4-6 weeks to fully recover from the elbow surgery, although the tingling etc might recover more slowly. Most recovery from tingling would be obtained in 6 months, although in some patients it can take upto 12 months or more. It entirely depends on the severity of the nerve problem to start with.
Good luck!

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Pinched nerve surgery for neck

A member asked:

How long will it take to recover from the pinched nerve surgery on my arm, or could it be a torn rotator cuff?

A member asked:

My hubby will be going for a pinced nerve surgery on his neck and back does he need to go on some kind of diet when he gets out ?

A member asked:

I have been told i have a pinched nerve in my back or neck. will i need surgery?

A member asked:

Pain management ctr surgery been 5months stiil get pains plus have pinch nerve in my neck what can i do for pain?

A member asked:

Pain management: ctr surgery been 5months, still get pains plus have pinch nerve in my neck. what can i do 4pain?

A member asked:

2 severely pinched nerves in neck from degeneration. finally had cervical surgery. still loss of use in arm. what is the prognosis for nerve recovery?

A member asked:

Just had emg study that shows severe bilateral carpal tunnel and 3 pinched nerves in neck is neck surgery inevitable and which should i treat 1st?

A member asked:

What is the difference between a neurosurgeon and an orthopedic spine dr? i went to pain management today and the dr said he thought i'd end up needing surgery on my neck for pinched nerves.the xray showed bone spurs & disc space narrowing?

A member asked:

I have chronic denervation in my arms being caused by compressed nerves in my neck. my symptoms are debilitating muscle cramps in my arms and fatigue, no pain. are these symptoms related to compressed nerves and would i need surgery to fix this?

A member asked:

What is recovery time from ulna nerve surgery?

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