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Had epideral for lower back pain which has helped pain but still weak legs. now gp says early parkinson's but mri shows many spine issues, what to do?

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

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May Need EMG: Weakness is associated with many things, could be compression in your spine but it could also be a host of other neurological disorders. An emg/ncs study might be helpful in deciding which muscles and nerves are affected and can help trace a pattern of issues that can locate a diagnosis.

Dr Saghafi agreed

Answered 12/26/2014

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A member asked:

Had epideral for lower back pain which has helped pain but still weak legs. now gp says early parkinson's but mri shows many spine issues, what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Dr Saghafi agreed

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