I m 42 years old I have mild disk degeneration c4 c5 as well narrowing on c4 c5 and a bit on c6. I ve had neck pain for two years now, but the pain is now in my arm and always on my right side only. It feels like numbness but emg test is negative for nerve damage. I can t sit for long periods of time. I need to rest my neck.
Hi, as you mentioned the disc injuries, this is a classical symptom that the nerve is getting trapped in the cervical spine and if possible an MRI can be done to come closer to diagnosis. Also the reason for the pain is early fatigue occurring in the muscles. Fatigue is occurred by the reduced metabolism and in a laden sentence as low endurance. To regain the active functional life you need to focus on performing static neck exercises, push ups and later on upper limb strengthening exercises. Also breathing exercises are a must to provide good oxygen to lungs and also to strengthen the accessory muscles of respiration which will intern strengthen the muscles which supports the age. Also when aging of the spine starts small symptoms come and the muscle Strengthening plays a key role to put a hold onto the aging.Also, at a later stage you should strengthen the core and spinal muscles to keep the spine stronger. Everyday exercise keeps the body to the optimum good health. I have seen many cases and at about few weeks of time the symptoms are totally eradicated, and the body is strong enough again. With the grace of God I wish you a speedy recovery regards