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Medical Forum / General / Alternative / March 2008What is a spine doctor called?
What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the cervical spine? thanks, Bob > What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the > cervical spine? > > thanks, > Bob Orthopedic surgeon >> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the >> cervical spine? [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > >Orthopedic surgeon Is that also true for DIAGNOSTIC purposes? > Is that also true for DIAGNOSTIC purposes? Radiologist, then, or sometimes a neurologist (are you looking at an injury to the cervical spine or at an injury to the spinal cord?) However, if the question is to do with the skeleton, joints, ligaments, or tendons then the answer is almost always "orthopaedic surgeon." Better yet, get a referral from your GP and keep hir in the loop. | The most important exclamation in science isn't "Eureka!" | | The most important exclamation is "What the BLEEP?" | +---------- D. C. Sessions <dcs@lumbercartel.com> ----------+ > | The most important exclamation in science isn't "Eureka!" | > | The most important exclamation is "What the BLEEP?" | > +---------- D. C. Sessions <dcs@lumbercartel.com> ----- Chiropractor > What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the > cervical spine? > > thanks, > Bob Chiropractor >> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the >> cervical spine? >> >> thanks, >> Bob Osteopath :-) > >> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the > >> cervical spine? [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > > Osteopath :-) You are welcome Bob An osteopath(O.D.) is also a physician and the training, although slightly different, is essentially equal to an M.D. I would stll suggest a good orthopedic surgeon (O.D. or M.D.) who will then direct the approriate tests (Radiology etc.) and possible referral to other specialists like a neurologist or possibly a chiropractor. IMO the first place to begin is with an orthopedic surgeon. > > >> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the > > >> cervical spine? [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > chiropractor. > IMO the first place to begin is with an orthopedic surgeon. Absolute agreement. (note that an osteopath is a D.O. An O.D. is a Doctor of Optometry.) (no, you did not make a spectacle of yourself) :) > > > >> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the > > > >> cervical spine? [quoted text clipped - 22 lines] > > - Show quoted text - Woops!! D.O.is correct.!! My error. Must be late onset dyslexia!!!! > > > > >> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the > > > > >> cervical spine? [quoted text clipped - 27 lines] > > - Show quoted text - One of my closest friends is an osteopath (D.O.) Got it correct this time.!! > t wrote: > > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > > Osteopath :-) You are welcome Bob An osteopath(O.D.) is also a physician and the training, although slightly different, is essentially equal to an M.D. I would stll suggest a good orthopedic surgeon (O.D. or M.D.) who will then direct the approriate tests (Radiology etc.) and possible referral to other specialists like a neurologist or possibly a chiropractor. IMO the first place to begin is with an orthopedic surgeon. Is your opinion formed by experience with DOs, MDs, AND CHIROPRACTORS? If not, you opinion is not worth much. > > t wrote: > > > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message [quoted text clipped - 15 lines] > chiropractor. > IMO the first place to begin is with an orthopedic surgeon. Below is your addition to my post: > Is your opinion formed by experience with DOs, MDs, AND CHIROPRACTORS? If > not, you opinion is not worth much. Please separate your post from mine so that nobody confuses your words with mine. Fortunately I have had experience with many health care providers being in the medical field. Fankly do not care whay you think of my opinion. Another entertaining moment here on MHA. Thanks for the chuckle. > > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message > [quoted text clipped - 32 lines] > Another entertaining moment here on MHA. > Thanks for the chuckle You made the big time. That was your first flame from an altie. > > > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message > [quoted text clipped - 36 lines] > > - Show quoted text - I don't care what classification this person is. I call it as I see it. > > > > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message > [quoted text clipped - 39 lines] > I don't care what classification this person is. > I call it as I see it.- Hide quoted text - How you see things is *not* the issue. You've dared to say something that did not meet with the full approval of those who are anti- conventional medicine. See, you *are* a sock-puppet after all! <For the sarcasm impaired, that was a joke> MHA alties will only permit you to recommend an MD for trauma, chelation, or on occasion, for testing. > - Show quoted text - On Mar 21, 4:12 pm, The One True Zhen Jue <Andrew_King...@yahoo.com> wrote: > > > > > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message > [quoted text clipped - 53 lines] > > - Show quoted text - I have previously stated my position and philosophies. I view the good and bad in both "conventional" medicine and "alternative" medicine. I am in neither camp as I use what works. That is why I prefer the term Integrative Medicine to define my beliefs. I am not a fan of extremists that cannot look at all modalities as objectively as possible. No "label" used on this forum fits. > > > > You made the big time. That was your first flame from an altie.- Hide quoted text - > [quoted text clipped - 20 lines] > I am not a fan of extremists that cannot look at all modalities as > objectively as possible. No "label" used on this forum fits You are in big trouble with the Camp Altie. :) Just a friendly warning.... Never, ever, criticize an altie. No matter what you do afterwards, you can never, ever be foregiven. I recall one time that a chiropractor, with the same name as a non- altie, came into the group. He was jumped on like a footbal on the one- yard line. Never came back. He seemed to be a rather interesting guy, who had something good to offer. Hopefully, in time, you will see who the intolerant ones are. HINT: They are also humor impaired. On Mar 21, 4:25 pm, Kulacz <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote: > > > > You made the big time. That was your first flame from an altie.- > > > > Hide quoted text - [quoted text clipped - 21 lines] > I am not a fan of extremists that cannot look at all modalities as > objectively as possible. No "label" used on this forum fits You are in big trouble with the Camp Altie. :) Just a friendly warning.... Never, ever, criticize an altie. No matter what you do afterwards, you can never, ever be foregiven. I recall one time that a chiropractor, with the same name as a non- altie, came into the group. He was jumped on like a footbal on the one- yard line. Never came back. He seemed to be a rather interesting guy, who had something good to offer. Hopefully, in time, you will see who the intolerant ones are. HINT: They are also humor impaired. I have been laughing at you, Mark, for years now. I have been > laughing at you, Mark, for years now. I'm just starting to see the real humor in this as well. The information posted out on the internet in a letter allegedly written by his wife to Jan Drew or Ilena, or both claims he is a 'security man and does investigations.' He claims he handles worker's compensation claims or investigates them. I have no idea what he does, but he certainly does not like alternative health care. He calls anyone that posts here an altie---which I think is hilarious. I probably use more conventional medicine than alternative. There are many here that use alternative medicine, but I would dare to reason that most of the folks that use alternative medicine here also use conventional medicine too. For some reason, I cannot see someone with a broken arm using herbs to set their arm in an "alternative cast." Nor, someone who needs a pacemaker, trying some form of massage therapy to heal their heart. To make these claims that people are haters of conventional medicine keep getting stupidier by the moment. So what, if people want to try alternative health care in some form or another. I think the average intelligent person can make a decision on their own whether or try or not try a therapy based on gathering information on their own. As for the vaccine debate, I think that should be an individual choice. I'd like to see a Material Data Safety Sheet for a vaccine and then make the choice on my own whether to take the product all on my very own. The same with prescription drugs. I'm having a hard time locating the actual ingredients to two prescription drugs that have made me sick in the last 6 weeks. You'd think that would be a no-brainer, but for same reason no one can seem to come up with the ingredients. I'd like to see a MSDS for all prescription drugs. After all, aren't they chemicals? > MHA alties will only permit you to recommend an MD for trauma, > chelation, or on occasion, for testing. Well, sort of. Since the only education required for a trauma specialist is a high-school education (as long as it doesn't include chemistry or biology) and a one-semester course in traumatology, they're not happy with the ones you'll find in most trauma centers. Chelation, after all, doesn't require an MD to perform. You just insert the tubes and drip away. Testing? Don't be silly. A zapper doesn't need an MD. | The most important exclamation in science isn't "Eureka!" | | The most important exclamation is "What the BLEEP?" | +---------- D. C. Sessions <dcs@lumbercartel.com> ----------+ > In message <a6e2c92a-179c-4565-8331-9837d5bc3...@13g2000hsb.googlegroups.com>, The One True Zhen Jue wrote: > [quoted text clipped - 16 lines] > | The most important exclamation is "What the BLEEP?" | > +---------- D. C. Sessions <d...@lumbercartel.com> ----------+ What the heck are you trying to say? > > In message <a6e2c92a-179c-4565-8331-9837d5bc3...@13g2000hsb.googlegroups.com>, The One True Zhen Jue wrote: > [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > > What the heck are you trying to say?- Hide quoted text - <Sigh> Now, you realize why *I* put a note about sarcasm, for the humor impaired.... > - Show quoted text - > > In message <a6e2c92a-179c-4565-8331-9837d5bc3...@13g2000hsb.googlegroups.com>, The One True Zhen Jue wrote: > [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > > What the heck are you trying to say DCS is using some of the conventional medicine haters comments to emphasize his point, with a touch of added sarcasm. > DCS is using some of the conventional medicine haters comments to > emphasize his point, with a touch of added sarcasm. Are you sure? I was being careful to add no artificial ingredients. The sources of these POVs are all naturals. | The most important exclamation in science isn't "Eureka!" | | The most important exclamation is "What the BLEEP?" | +---------- D. C. Sessions <dcs@lumbercartel.com> ----------+ > > > > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message > [quoted text clipped - 39 lines] > I don't care what classification this person is. > I call it as I see it.- Granted. Howeverr, I just thought it was 'cute" and had a good chuckle over it. 't' is an interesting study in altie-ism. Advocates urine drinking for what ails ya! On Mar 21, 11:53 am, "t" <tool...@gmail.com> wrote: > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message > [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > chiropractor. > IMO the first place to begin is with an orthopedic surgeon. Below is your addition to my post: > Is your opinion formed by experience with DOs, MDs, AND CHIROPRACTORS? If > not, you opinion is not worth much. Please separate your post from mine so that nobody confuses your words with mine. Fortunately I have had experience with many health care providers being in the medical field. Fankly do not care whay you think of my opinion. Another entertaining moment here on MHA. Thanks for the chuckle. In other words, you do not have experience with Chiropractors. ironically...my cervical spine surgery was done by a neurosurgeon..not an orthopedic surgeon at the time I felt that operating near the spine might be best done by a nerve specialist..tho I know many who have gone to an ortho(I have my fave ortho who treats the rest of my bones and joints tho) if the problem turns out NOT to be surgical...than it might turn out that a chiropractor can be tossed into the mix....but only after diagnositics etc have been done as for D.O.s...I agree they are excellent at diagnosing ortho things..reading xrays etc... but if surgery is indicated..one must chose between orthopedic and neurosurgery >> t wrote: >> > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > opinion formed by experience with DOs, MDs, AND CHIROPRACTORS? If not, you > opinion is not worth much. On Mar 21, 3:56 pm, <Hawk...@sbcglobal.net> wrote: > ironically...my cervical spine surgery was done by a neurosurgeon..not an > orthopedic surgeon [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > but if surgery is indicated..one must chose between orthopedic and > neurosurgery There is a third choice. Where I live, we have several "spinal orthopedisits" who are specially trained for spinal surgery. Some are really good. > >> t wrote: > >> > "Kulacz" <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote in message [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > - Show quoted text - On Mar 21, 3:56 pm, <Hawk...@sbcglobal.net> wrote: > ironically...my cervical spine surgery was done by a neurosurgeon..not an > orthopedic surgeon [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > but if surgery is indicated..one must chose between orthopedic and > neurosurgery There is a third choice. Where I live, we have several "spinal orthopedisits" who are specially trained for spinal surgery. Some are really good. sounds like a good idea....bones are bones...but those near the spine need special delicacy > "t" <tool...@gmail.com> wrote in message > [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > > - Show quoted text - >>> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the >>> cervical spine? [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > > Chiropractor >> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the >> cervical spine? [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > >Chiropractor My daughter has had a bad headache for 1.5 years. During this time she has been to many neurologists, ENT's, GI's, internal medicine doctors. She's had tons of mri's etc. No one could find anything. Recently she went to a "atlas orthogonal" chiropractor out of desperation (after having tried acupuncture which didn't work). Finally, we have some positive results. She felt some immediate relief after having the atlas bone tapped with the atlas orthogonal machine. I think that we are finally homing in on where the problem for her headache/neck pain/back pain is. Now I want to take her to a "regular" specialist so we can get a confirmation of what and where the problem is from their point of view. So, I need to make an appointment to verifiy that there is a problem in the cervical spine area. But it could be related to muscles, nerves, or spine. She was in a car accident about 5 years ago, but the continuous headache didn't start until 1.5 years ago. The chiropractor says that she has obvious whiplash (one vertebra is offset from one next to it (c4-c5, I think)). For this purpose would an orthopedic surgeon be who to call? Bob > >> What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the > >> cervical spine? [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > start until 1.5 years ago. The chiropractor says that she has obvious whiplash > (one vertebra is offset from one next to it (c4-c5, I think)). Bob, as an acupuncturist, let me say two things: 1. All acupuncturists aren't the same, just as all MD's aren't. 2. Acupuncture isn't always the solution That being said, I'm glad you daughter is getting some relief. Not being familiar with atlas orthogonal chiropractic, other than a brief glance at website, the main issue is whether or not it is safe & practical. From the website, it seems unlikely to directly cause harm. The issue of whether or not it is practical depends on the price, frequency of treatment, and your ability to handle the first two. Have you tried massage therapy? > For this purpose would an orthopedic surgeon be who to call? Perhaps a physiatrist, massage therapist, or a different acupuncturist. I've seen chronic headaches very effectively treated by all of the above. > Bob From: bself32979@yahoo.com (bob self) <What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the cervical spine? thanks, Bob> <whrlwnd> <They call them chiropractors, and they work. Not only do they diagnose, they actually manipulate the spine back to where it should be. Personally, I have had nothing but positive results with chiropractic care.> > From: bself32979@yahoo.com (bob self) > > What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the > > cervical spine? > They call them chiropractors, and they work. Not only do they diagnose, > they actually manipulate the spine back to where it should be. > Personally, I have had nothing but positive results with chiropractic > care. If you insist, but all things considered I'd prefer to have someone else see me if there's a step-off around C5 and I can't feel anything from my shoulders down. | The most important exclamation in science isn't "Eureka!" | | The most important exclamation is "What the BLEEP?" | +---------- D. C. Sessions <dcs@lumbercartel.com> ----------+ > From: bself32...@yahoo.com (bob self) > [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > Personally, I have had nothing but positive results with chiropractic > care.> Chiropractors certainly have their role, but I respectfully sugeest that the best place to begin exploring the problem is with an open minded, highly qualified orthopedic surgeon. > > From: bself32...@yahoo.com (bob self) > [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > that the best place to begin exploring the problem is with an open > minded, highly qualified orthopedic surgeon. Good call! From: Andrew_Kingoff@yahoo.com (The One True Zhen Jue) On Mar 21, 7:51 am, Kulacz <drkul...@optonline.net> wrote: From: bself32...@yahoo.com (bob self) <What kind of doctor deals with diagnosing problems related to the cervical spine? thanks, Bob> <whrlwnd> <They call them chiropractors, and they work. Not only do they diagnose, they actually manipulate the spine back to where it should be. Personally, I have had nothing but positive results with chiropractic care.> <Kulacz> <Chiropractors certainly have their role, but I respectfully sugeest that the best place to begin exploring the problem is with an open minded, highly qualified orthopedic surgeon.> <Andy> <Good call!> <whrlwnd> <"Chiropractic first, drugs seconds, surgery last." I think this is the wisest approach to back and neck pain. To contrast these three approaches, the first manipulates the spine, trying to reallgn it back into place, the second may reduce inflamation and give some temporary relief, the key word here is temporary, the third actually alters the spinal structures, irreversibly. Going straight to a surgeon doesn't seem a wise decision to me.> On Mar 23, 11:37 am, whrlw...@webtv.net wrote: > From: Andrew_King...@yahoo.com (The One True Zhen Jue) > [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] > spinal structures, irreversibly. > Going straight to a surgeon doesn't seem a wise decision to me.> Finding out precisely what is wrong is the best decision. Chiropractors take second seat to an orthopedist for that. > "Chiropractic first, drugs seconds, surgery last." I think this is the > wisest approach to back and neck pain. To contrast these three [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > spinal structures, irreversibly. > Going straight to a surgeon doesn't seem a wise decision to me. Make sure you have that on a medic-alert bracelet or else when you are unresponsive from a head injury they're likely to skip the chiropractor. | The most important exclamation in science isn't "Eureka!" | | The most important exclamation is "What the BLEEP?" | +---------- D. C. Sessions <dcs@lumbercartel.com> ----------+ >> "Chiropractic first, drugs seconds, surgery last." I think this is the >> wisest approach to back and neck pain. To contrast these three [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > else when you are unresponsive from a head injury > they're likely to skip the chiropractor. IDIOT! > > In message <11170-47E6792B-1...@storefull-3178.bay.webtv.net>, > > whrlw...@webtv.net wrote: [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > > IDIOT!- More projection. On Mar 23, 1:07 pm, "t" <tool...@gmail.com> wrote: > "D. C. Sessions" <d...@lumbercartel.com> wrote in > messagenews:l3bib5-qsb.ln1@news.lumbercartel.com... [quoted text clipped - 17 lines] > > IDIOT!- More projection. No, Mark, just pointing out the obvious. >> "Chiropractic first, drugs seconds, surgery last." I think this is the >> wisest approach to back and neck pain. To contrast these three [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] >else when you are unresponsive from a head injury >they're likely to skip the chiropractor. You could simply have "DNR" engraved on it.  SignaturePeter Bowditch aa #2243 The Millenium Project http://www.ratbags.com/rsoles Australian Council Against Health Fraud http://www.acahf.org.au Australian Skeptics http://www.skeptics.com.au To email me use my first name only at ratbags.com >>> "Chiropractic first, drugs seconds, surgery last." I think this is the >>> wisest approach to back and neck pain. To contrast these three [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > You could simply have "DNR" engraved on it. Ahhh! And here is another one ! Kinda like turning on a light in a cheap NY apartment. The roaches get all excited. > > From: bself32...@yahoo.com (bob self) > [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > that the best place to begin exploring the problem is with an open > minded, highly qualified orthopedic surgeon. Assuming that surgery is not warranted, a physiatrist, especially one who works with a chiropractor, is a good choice. You get the best of both worlds.Together, they can manage and alleviate pain symptoms. |
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