Mom has signfcnt neck pain and arm pain. doc abroad said posible herniated disk. she on neck brace. what can she do alleviate pain? what is causing it

Non steroidals: A mild herniated disk in the neck can be relieved with non steroidal medications like Ibuprofen and physical therapy. If there is weakness or the sin persists i would get an MRI of the cervical spine. Steroids or infections might be needed or n some cases surgery.

Neck/arm pain: In the absence of weakness or loss of neurological findings, most episodes of neck and back pain resolve. Rest, limited range of motion exercises, heat/ice all can offer benefit. For persistent symptoms or weakness seek medical attention. Braces are temporary at best and run the risk of making the muscles brace dependent.

Arthritis or pinched: Arthritis or herniated disc can cause the severe pain. She needs some physical therapy and a work up if she does no respond. She might find benefit from prolotherapy go to www.Getprolo.Com or www.Aaomed.Org for a prolotherapist near you to help her. .

Needs MRI: Needs mri, and course of conservative treatment, anti inflammatories, maybe steroid dose pack, muscle relaxants, pt, traction and if a herniated disc sometimes artificial disc or fusion surgery.