Guest guest Posted January 31, 2007 Report Share Posted January 31, 2007 , If your rheumatologist isn't aware of the nature and frequency of RA which affects the cervical spine, it's time for a new rheumatologist. Not an MD [ ] Re: RA afffects spine > HI Marina, > I'm not , but I'm forwarding you a link from an article I recently > read. I've got the same problem with my rheumy --doesn't believe the > spine is directly affected by RA. However, my neurosurgeon does -- he > said that he sees the cervical spine in particular affected by RA > Take care, > > http://www.wheelessonline.com/ortho/cervical_spine_in_ra > > >> >> Hey, . Do you know of any research or articles on RA and it's >> effects on the spine? My rheumatologist insists that RA doesn't > affect >> the spine directly, though it can secondary from changes in how you >> walk, sit, lay down, ect. Thanks so much for all you do for this > group >> of wonderful people, our RA family. How are things going for you? > I >> pray that all is well. Thanks, again. Gentle hugs and luv, Marina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2007 Report Share Posted January 31, 2007 You're very welcome, . Good luck finding a new rheumatologist. Not an MD [ ] Re: RA afffects spine > > Hi , > > Great articles on the effects of RA on the spine! Thanks for your > research. > > Yes, I decided, based on my doctor's ignorance of this and ignorance of > other issues, to find another rheumatologist. I'm hoping I can find > someone good who is in-network on my insurance plan. My benefits aren't > great, but the out-of-network costs are out-of-sight! > > Take care, > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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