protruding disk

[timmybear]

I have been having pain and numbness in my left arm andleft leg sometimes just gives out my doctor sent me for a MRI they found a protruding disks at C5 &C6  what does this mean and will surgery be required  I have had this problem for about 3 months and it is getting worse I am starting to drop things like I have no strength all help appreciated

[timmybear]

THANK YOU FOR THE ADVISE I WILL TRY OTHER THINGS FIRST I AM REALLY NOT LOOKING FORWARD TO SURGERY AGAIN



    TIMMYBEAR

[DrNoopurMD]

Hi,

How are you?
Nerve compression due to protrusion of discs in the cervical region can cause pain and numbness in the arms and legs.
Most of the patients with cervical disc protrusion do not require surgery and can be treated with conservative treatment alone. Rest, alternate heat and ice therapy, physiotherapy under supervision and anti-inflammatories like ibuprofen can help control symptoms in majority of cases.
Please discuss these with your treating doctor. Take care!