CERVICAL STENOSIS RADICULOPATHY: PART 1 - SYMPTOMS, IMAGING AND PATIENT EXAM

[@karensmith3654]

So easy to understand what’s happening with our bodies why can’t all doctors be like this thanks 🙏

[@benladin626]

Because some dr.s think there God and feel like they don't have to give a full explanation, especially the older ones. They just talk to you for 10min and get your co-pay. This dr is different very through thow.

[@DougHanson2769]

Yes. He’s really good at explaining. Some days are ridiculously difficult. The reality of this situation is tough to accept. Dang it. 😡 😢😊 😡 etc

[@jimmyd8729]

Yeah cause a doctor really has an hour to sit with you and explain it in depth.@@benladin626

[@relaxationmusiccertified3684]

because they do it for the money

[@joeyp12788]

Seriously, thank you dr! Where are you located?

[@Lord_Don]

You are the most comprehensive surgeon on KZbin. Love the way you explain things man appreciate it.

[@DougHanson2769]

"It only means narrowing" "And radiculopathy just means an impinged nerve". Other than that, it is awesome. Kidding. Very good explanation and I bet people and patients will be more informed. Thanks for your hard work

[@shibbyy]

Truly one of the best presentations and explanations of anatomy and diagnostics. You can tell he is a master of the subject since he can easily explain it.

[@carolynsakles9146]

Thorough, well organized, easily to understand and follow, description of cervical Radiculopathy. Well worth watching and learning.

[@EvieSaintAnn]

Thank you for this thorough explanation. I’ve known that I’ve had a pinched nerve in my neck and now I’m certain after you’ve explained the symptoms. Unfortunately the ortho surgeon I’ve seen is of no help. They want me to get an mri on my shoulder and my sister who is an mri tech looked at the order says it’s wrong and should be on my neck, not shoulder but the dr won’t listen or see me any further. I’m in so much pain and I also damaged my lower back by simply bending down to pick up something. I’m only 40 and have been working out and eating healthy consistently since I was 21 😢. It’s so frustrating.

[@HerrPorinski]

i wish i had doctors like him in my area.

[@generationx9294]

Dr. Su, thank you so much for your easy to comprehend and broadly informative videos. You have *many* valuable videos and I practically binge watch your content. I'm totally surprised your awesome KZbin channel doesn't have well over a million subscribers, you're *that* good. You will! 👌🏽 Keep up the helpful, easy to watch content 🙏🏽😎

[@wendithompson6395]

Finally someone who explained what is wrong with my neck, why I keep dropping things, and the pain is horrible.

[@bernadettejunio456]

I agree with you.I had my operation last wk and the relief after all those months I've been sufferring is beyond compare. I had 2 narcotics 3X/day but didnt help at all. The surgery helps me alot. Praise God!

[@WeekendMuse]

One if not the best explanation about cervical radiculopathy on KZbin. Diagrams, explanation of the medical terminology, patient. Well done Dr. Su. Liked and subscribed.

[@sunshine9717]

I just went to medical school. Excellent presentation 👏 Learned more from this doctor. Then, I've learned from any doctor at Kaiser. Oops, did I say that! Well, it's factual. If doctors took the time. Like 15 minutes tops. To explain why we're having pain and where it's coming from, and the remedy. Then, most of us could leave the doctors office. Knowing exactly what's taking place within our bodies.💯

[@christophersharp1884]

My Rediculopathy is Redicoulus but this video clarifies everything that I have had going on for way too long. Stenosis sucks to live with!

[@DHang-fh1gp]

I have this problem since several years. I visited many many physicians including Physio, Chiro, physiatrist, so on and on. No one has explained my problem with accuracy. After watching this video. I understand now my whole problem. Thanks a lot.

[@pablomoves]

This brought so many answers to me. I've had a numb index finger, weak left triceps and pain between left scapula and spine for 5 weeks now. This is giving so much needed hope, thanks Doc!

[@joeyp12788]

Seen 3 spine Dr's in person. None this informative. Thank dr! This helps alot and gives me insight and questions to ask for the next one. God bless you!

[@mostlyvoid.partiallystars]

Wowwwwwww. I have had neck and shoulder pain for years and no one has explained it as well as you. Thank you!!!

[@bernadettereed844]

Amazingly informative. Really helpful dedicated work.

[@jeffwilson4972]

Thanks Dr. Brian Su for your explanation of the causes of referred pain originating from cervical spine problems. This helps me understand the source of my referred pain, numbness and muscle weakness. I’m currently getting physical therapy to resolve these issues. My pain is much less now after 6 therapy sessions. Hopefully these issues will be totally resolved with therapy.

[@vickycharly9873]

BRILLIANT. THE WORLD NEEDS MORE LIKE YOU

[@boomchicaboomboom]

Thank you for making this video! With your expertise I have diagnosed myself as NOT having cervical radiculopathy.

[@jannanewbolt8553]

I love the way you exsplain everything in great detail Thank you so much

[@Bloke-q9b]

Excellent, excellent video especially since my pinched nerve is on my right side also. Great explanation of MRI, what each nerve controls and where the pain presents. I subscribed and can’t wait to watch the other videos. Thank you!

[@Julfiqar_Kalonjee_waaley]

Really I saw one and only Dr.Su who explain everything very clearly and easily.I never see any other Doctors on KZbin platform who can demonstrate each and every symptom during Cervical Radiculopathy.Thank you so much Dr.Su

[@daleneatterbury5385]

If one has both stenosis of the reticulophy and spinal cord stenosis, and had block treatment, however it's due to bone stenosis not disk stenosis: can one 2 physio to help the muscles I avoid to use due to pain?

[@tracysimon7972]

I have radiculopathy from C3 to C7 with stenosis and man, the symptoms are a lot to deal with. It's gotten to where both of my biceps are weak feeling. I always deal with shoulder pain, I'm dropping things as I don't have much strength in my hands. The cervicogenic headaches sucks and so on.... thank you for your videos

[@BrianPex]

May I ask how old you are? Also, I’m very sorry to hear of your unfortunate issues. I recently began having symptoms of pain in trapezius and radiating tingling / pain in arm into hand. I’m very active with golf and working out (mail carrier on top of it) and I’m deathly afraid of this being a permanent thing. I couldn’t live that way. Or I should say won’t.

[@lebode]

​@BrianPex1 I'm a mail carrier too. 36 years old. About 3 weeks ago I started having numbness in my right finger and thumb along with pain through my tricep and shoulder blade. My nalc value plan is requiring 6 weeks of physical therapy before they will allow an mri. No help with any of the pills they've given me. I'm feeling stressed.

[@gemevelquitalig8483]

Hi guys..any update on your cervical radiculopathy?

[@lebode]

@gemevelquitalig8483 I ended up doing physical therapy for about 6 weeks and slowly it began to heal. It's been a few months since it began and I still have slight tingling in my hand and can't lay on one side for too long but I nerves heal very slowly.

[@slm1972phleb]

@@lebode Hope you are doing better. Ten years ago I was told of my C6 herniated disc. Five years ago another Neuro doc (we moved) did an X-ray and sent me to PT, which did nothing. Unfortunately, at the time of the X-ray, he did not tell me that the cause of my pain was because there was a total collapse of the disc and nerve compression. I am now, at age 50, getting prepared for a cervical foraminotomy with bone spur removal. Good luck to all who are in this boat... it is a little scary. Dr. Su is a great help. Above all, never stop advocating for yourself!!

[@purtis99]

Exactly my condition. When you showed the arm on the head, thats me 100%.. See my Spine Dr tomorrow. This is an ongoing thing for me. This will be my 5th visit for the same condition...

[@07Convertable]

In 2013 I had my C4-C6 fused due to stenosis accompanied by two bone spurs growing into the spinal cord. Now, I have a pinched nerve in the C7 along with what appears to be some degeneration of the disc. Even though Dr. Jacik Malik did a fantastic job, I fear for the worst, another operation. The first one was not bad but I dread the idea of getting another one to add to the fusion. I am hoping that PT works first. Great video Dr. Su! If I lived in CA I would seek you out for my physician.

[@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy]

Adjacent level disease is a common problem and there are many different ways to treat it. This includes conservative care and all of the surgeries I describe for cervical radiculopathy. You can always make a zoom appointment with me at 415-927-5300. As a disclaimer this is not considered a substitute for medical advice from your physician.

[@sharonbedell6202]

wow, awesome video. It just explained the terrific pain I have of the pain in my right shoulder blade. Yes I do have arthritis of the spine. Thank you.

[@alessandravillalobos150]

I’m feeling the same way! Prayers 🙏

[@justxrp4529]

thank you for taking the time to MAP OUT the nerves and what segment of the neck they are attached to. This has greatly helped to isolate and understand my pain.

[@TheEnigma7111]

God bless this guy....I have a herniated disc (which I have figured out now from this awesome Doc)...in the C6..from heavy deadlift

[@chunkslima2011]

I would like to say thank you for explaining this issue, discomfort or Pinch Nerve procedure. As for myself I referred to three different specialists and all three have determined that I have had a pinched nerve for a long time. The Nerve Specialist was the one that finally made the diagnosis and all the systems that you have explained I have. With me it is the C3 and C8, prior to my diagnosis I since have had 2 previous surgeries due to arthritis and carpotunel on my hand and wrist. Second was a displacement of the nerve in the elbow, both surgeries went very good no issues. Third surgery is going to be on my neck which is where my discomfort is and because of this I am starting to experience the same symptoms all over again.

[@963ag]

What a stellar presentation! Dr. Su, you have made this easy to understand for the average, non- medical person. Unfortunately, since my only insurance is Medicaid, and I am unable to travel because of economic circumstances, you cannot be my Dr. I have multiple disc herniations - mostly cervical, but also lumbar... I also have spondylitis, stenosis, osteophytes, and ddd. I have more upcoming appointments with a neurosurgeon at the local spine center.... Hopefully there will be a good outcome. I am 59 years old and have tried to keep active, but it is getting harder.

[@Alex-Mex]

Thank you so much for the explanation, I damaged my nerves, almost the whole left side of my body. It's been 2 years and still don't feel temperature on my left side, but I do feel numbness/needle points instead of the temperature. It's weird but I went to physical therapy for about 6 months and still feel that same numbness/needle points. So, I've given up on trying to regain full function, but at least it feels good to understand what happened to me. You're an awesome doctor, thank you for that.

[@chiomatycoon2292]

Dr Su, Making life so easy

[@jonye7511]

This is the most informative explanation of the condition for which I have been treated for many years. Thank you. You have a new subscriber.

[@thomasl2193]

You are fantastic in your explanations. I visited a pain management DO yesterday who says I have no stenosis in my neck, yet I have strong pain in my neck, tingling and pins and needles in my 2 small fingers of both hands and surface numbness to the right of my cervical vertebra.

[@kathrynkneeland7179]

Thank you for speaking patient!!!! Very clear. It seems since Covid, we have to diagnose ourselves.

[@PinkSummer1017]

Wow! Excellent explanation!! I'm crying because this is the first full explanation after 3 doc visits.

[@vanessalittle-sellers7981]

January 2022 I had three level disc fusion…..I still have cervical Radiculopathy. I’ll be 65 in June. There is more to the story in that my pinched nerve issues were present for years with many symptoms and headaches for many many years!! No medical professionals ever suggested to have my neck checked out! What brought it all in perspective was a total rotator cuff tear that was repaired first. Recovery from the surgery was inhibited by the pinched nerve. Had We known, my neck/nerve issues should have been addressed before the rotator cuff. So from what you described my Radiculopathy is coming from C5-C8. I have scapula pain close to spine and also close to underarm, weak bicep and tricep, pain in my armpit, also runs down the back of my arm to my elbow to middle and ring fingers. I’ve had and EMG…results carpal tunnel in both wrists, with “mild” nerve damage effecting the triceps. I just had carpal tunnel repair and arthroplasty thumb suspension on my left hand. I’m a mess! The day I had the EMG, the severe nerve pain was not present. I am wondering if that affects the diagnosis?

[@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy]

The EMG does not necessarily affect the prognosis.

[@CaptainAndy99]

Thank you so much. A brilliant video, it explained everything perfectly. I currently have C4, C5 and C7 (bilateral for C5 and C7) pinched nerves. You are my new hero.

[@sebezanucatalin4968]

Verry good and educational video. Super clear explained. Thank you! 🙏🏻🙏🏻 Just found out of my problems with c7 but no doctor managed to make my understand it like this video… 🙌🏻 Epic job

[@Awakenedsoul1111]

Amazing video! Great explanation 🙌 thank you I now have a clear understanding of my condition. 🙏🏼

[@BullCricket75]

Thanks so much for this thorough and comprehensible explanation. ❤

[@slamurai8080]

thankyou for explaining so well!

[@melodieneil712]

Dr. Su will be doing my surgery next month. I have so much more confidence in having the procedure after my consultation with him and watching this video. I almost can’t believe that I have the opportunity to live without pain!

[@dfy]

What was your surgery? How are you today?

[@robbieanderson227]

@@dfy 😰

[@yayam7788]

lucky you

[@lauran1962]

nice exam, i didnt know about the referred pain behind the shoulder for c7

[@teriathompson3686]

Writing from the Bahamas, thank you for your detailed information. Very informative looking forward to follow closely. Thank you.

[@nomudnolotusnodragonnogold]

You're the boss at the simple teaching of such complicated subject matter. Thank you. Truly appreciate it.🙏🔥

[@RobertKyriakakis]

Dr. Su. I have had two lumbar micro laminotomies to get ready of disk herniations... You literally save me from a third one. I was in a lot of pain. The high dose of Ibuprofen and proper exercise did it! Thank you so very much.

[@mdelazo]

Hey Robert, how are u? Mind sharing the exercises u do? Been in pain for over a year now. Will be trying the Ibuprofen + exercise, too. Thank u very much. @Dr. Brian Su, it's like I'm in a classroom with ur videos. Very informative, educational and really helpful. Thank u, thank u so much. 💗

[@loverboij9345]

I have learned far more about my condition from watching your 14:25 video than meeting with Specialist here in Florida for almost a year. I need to move to California. They dont listen to you here and tell you what you're feeling which ishorrible.

[@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy]

You can call 415-925-8200 for a second opinion appointment with me

[@GaryMDubG]

I have moderate to severe pain in my shoulders arms and especially my hands. When I had an epidural injection between c6-7 I felt the burning tingle of the lidocaine all of the way from the top of my shoulders to my fingertips. The temporary relief I felt was complete, unfortunately it helped less each day especially after day 3 until after about a week my severe hand pain came back. While waiting for my surgery to be scheduled the pain has increased now to include neck pain. I was leaning toward disc replacement but I have decided on 2 level fusion. C5-7

[@AK-kl7pg]

Auto closed caption says "parry" but I think the good doctor said "peri" (around). Radicle = root (as in nerve root) ... GREAT explanation 👍

[@corinamarinescu3761]

The best doctor!

[@darrenpinckney]

Thank you Dr. Brain Su. You make it very easy to understand.😊

[@johneldridgetunes]

Exactly why Chiropractic is so important! Thanks Dr. Su! 🙌🙌

[@mariebuchanan4524]

That was so easy to understand & really helped me with my symptoms. Thanks

[@smitaghia443]

Nicely explained with pictures..

[@debbiebalough4124]

Thank you for this informative video. This has been the most thorough explanation I have seen that I could actually understand! Soooo helpful! Many thanks!

[@bigdogrisin7226]

Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! Thank you so much!

[@Junk65]

This is The Best video on KZbin that helped me with my neck pain. Thanks!

[@TankTopTed]

Dude your amazing, thanks so much

[@billyhamlen9610]

Thank you for the video, I have been in pain for a long time, I thought I was having shoulder tendonities until I had an MRI of the neck. The doctor I saw did not bother to explain to me with the symptons I am having in relation to the nerves. I have pain in my bicep, numbness and pain in my middle, fourth and fifth finger of my right hands, middle finger of my left hand. tingling when I touch anything with my fingers.......back of the fore-arm, pain in both shoulder blade.... and now weakness and tight psoas muscles.

[@MsOlga1956]

This is so common in pain, thank you for the education. On my spine problem

[@matttrella262]

I absolutely love your videos! ❤ Thank you for all your information it’s beyond helpful.

[@catholiclife9304]

The most direction we've received in 5 years.... Outstanding teaching, explaining to the lay person as well as myself a nurse! Great job Dr! You've led us to get the correct X-rays and off we go Friday to the Dr!! Ty bless you ALWAYS

[@nickho7113]

Dr. Su, thank you for an excellent presentation. Highly educational. I wish I was in California...

[@bonnieketterman6542]

That was a very informative video that really helped me out alot

[@jenniferernest8118]

Excellent presentation.

[@peterstanton1580]

Good explanation of nerve root levels and a proper exam

[@lesiamany3391]

Thank you for all the easy details. Even as a registered nurse I was lost. My specialty is ❤. I have c 5-7 disc herniation. Dr. Is recommending titanium disc replacement. But I am avoiding first because I’m 63 and I have kyphosis. Poor posture most of my life. Also my EMG shows high possibility of Parsonage-turner syndrome. So I’m confused. Leaning toward decompression. It was the worst pain I’ve ever had in my life. I can tolerate a lot of pain but this was unbearable.

[@honorladone8682]

I can't believe this. I just had a 4-minute evaluation by a"Dr" who recommended emgs before an MRI. He's fired. Philadelphia USA

[@stevelindacaldwell848]

Excellent presentation. Thank you.

[@Mwah5800]

Really helpful video for a med student too, thank you!

[@erichull7737]

Wow thanks Dr. Very good video as I’m getting ready for neck surgery in a few weeks.

[@yacbdgurrll5566]

I’m new to your channel!! This is amazing.I have a friend who is dealing with a pinched nerve in her neck that’s causing very bad migraines!! I’m just researching to see what are her alternatives beside pain meds. I see you have 4parts so I’ll keep watching!!! Thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@dollysmith2596]

The nerve in my neck is why I be having migraines H/A Jesus . Thank you so much. I pray that I make the right decision on Cervical Epidural injection

[@vernonjones3613]

Thanks dr I’m have c4/5 /6 acfd shortly all the symptoms you describe I’m experiencing very informative

[@raymondbarskus9800]

Can a nerv from cervical spine cause intermitant general body weakness?

[@shockwaveaudioproductionsl4976]

This is great. Pinpointed exactly what I have. My CR is super painful…and almost impossible to get a good night’s sleep because of it. Hope I don’t need surgery.

[@angeladarnall4405]

Great information, thank you for the video You explained everything in a way for me to understand this problem I have

[@socakesupplies2852]

This is fantastically explained

[@heatherleroy7087]

this is incredible. thank you! wish you were my doctor.

[@JimRedland]

Best series on neck!

[@donnaambrose1234]

AWESOME!!! great explanation

[@ryanmark4660]

Love your videos! This is the second video I watched and I already love your channel!

[@febzgambito]

Thank you Dr Su, your explanation is well understood practical and very informative , excellent! Watched and subscribed, we need good videos like these..

[@djaycast]

Thanks for this. Broke down exactly what I've been dealing with.......C6 nerve.

[@rosegregory7866]

Thank u for the education,I have it ,I had MRI but not x-ray yet

[@nixland]

Thank you so much. That's exactly what happens to me now

[@Tereseification]

Hello! I’m from Sweden and have had two sugerys. The first in 2017 and the second thre weaks ago. C4- C7 this time. Can’t explain more in english. The discs is now gone and there is a metal plate.. This video gave me so much. Thank you! 🙏🏼 I wish my doctors told me like you did with your patient..,

[@otonielmurillo746]

This is so helpful, Thank you so much!!!

[@clintwilliams-l2t]

Beautiful explaination

[@sickwidit8786]

Very very good teacher!! Thank you for the information..

[@AussieHuus]

Thank you, cervical stenosis a problem for me. I found the video very interesting, and excellently presented.

[@freddysteady1547]

I have c6-7 severe left foraminal stenosis. My cord ok. Disc. Ok. Pain from lower neck advanced out to inner shoulder. Across upper shoulder. Into scapula area. Into shoulder. Recently down side of shoulder. Through elbow. Center of forearm. Center wrist. Top center of hand. Having posterior foraninotomy. C6-7.

[@bhartipatel3132]

Worth watching this video, very well explained. Thank you for sharing.🙏

[@catholiclife9304]

Extremely well described, amazing teaching skills!!

[@marjohnsmusings3222]

Thank you

[@Mahaffeytattoo-ux2ro]

I’ve had burning neck pains for 4 plus years after getting t-boned in an intersection. Also shoulder pain and shoulder blade pain on the right side.

[@mrj.r2908]

Wow wish i could see Dr Su

[@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy]

You can have a virtual appointment if you call 415-925-8200

[@mrj.r2908]

Thank you doc for replying back, I've been so upset for not getting any real answers from my doctor for my issue. Just praying i can get my life back. How much is the cost for a chat?

[@BeyondTheScrubsJourney]

i hope ul post more in the future.. thanks Dr!

[@richardpullen953]

Excellent. Thank you for the teaching as you assessed.

[@wandatorovargas2866]

Thank you. I'm suppose to get a neck surgery due to pinch nerve and I was so scared. This was very educational.😍 I appreciate it.