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I have several degenerative discs, arthrtis in my neck and carpal tunnel in both hands. help?

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Dr. Bruce Rothschild answered

See rheumatologist: See rheumatologist trained in back problems. "arthritis in neck" may not be cause of any problem - of so-called osteoarthritis.

Answered 5/6/2013

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A member asked:

I have several degenerative discs, arthrtis in my neck and carpal tunnel in both hands. help?

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Dr. Bruce Rothschild answered

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