Kim
I have been diagnosed with ruptered disc at c7-T1 I just woke up one morning with scrutiating pain , my left arm was numb and my fingers The surgeon said it was starting to heal and has sent me to physical therapy I also go to a chirapracter. I take tegetol , and neurontin for a seizure disorder, They just put me on neurontin and it has helped the pain, I also take flaxseed oil and evening primrose oil which has helped the pain. I just go done with physical therapy but I still do exercises at home. Look at all your options before you do anything drastic , such as surgery. Talk to your doctor and make sure you understand everything. It does take time to heal though and exercise is very important, like stretching exercises. Good luck