Health Issues - Neck / Back

[MarillionFan]

<Serious Mode>

I'm getting a little concerned as I continue to work with computers. Over the last 3/4 years I've suffered more and more from a bad neck / shoulder caused by sitting at a computer.

To be fair, like a lot of us, I've been sat at a computer for 20 years ever since I got my first ZX Spectrum, hunched over the keyboard copying code from a magazine.

But my back is cracking, my neck hurts constantly. Initially it was laptops, then for the last few years I insist on a proper set up/HSE/screen/chair etc so I have the correct setup.

I've had physio, chiropracter, osteopath, acupuncture, massage, sauna. I've tried exercising, not exercising, stretching, weight lifting again, bit of cage fighting

Today at what point I was so low down in my chair due to pain I was practically slumped on the floor. I've been in pain constantly since Wednesday. At four I had to leave, my head was down, bent over like some hunchback, took an hour in a steaming hot bath to free the muscles up.

It's better when I don't work with computers, but that doesn't bode well.

Has anyone had this type of problem and then got it sorted, or am I destined to land up like Quasimodo?

[Old Greg]

<Serious Mode>

I'm getting a little concerned as I continue to work with computers. Over the last 3/4 years I've suffered more and more from a bad neck / shoulder caused by sitting at a computer.

To be fair, like a lot of us, I've been sat at a computer for 20 years ever since I got my first ZX Spectrum, hunched over the keyboard copying code from a magazine.

But my back is cracking, my neck hurts constantly. Initially it was laptops, then for the last few years I insist on a proper set up/HSE/screen/chair etc so I have the correct setup.

I've had physio, chiropracter, osteopath, acupuncture, massage, sauna. I've tried exercising, not exercising, stretching, weight lifting again, bit of cage fighting

Today at what point I was so low down in my chair due to pain I was practically slumped on the floor. I've been in pain constantly since Wednesday. At four I had to leave, my head was down, bent over like some hunchback, took an hour in a steaming hot bath to free the muscles up.

It's better when I don't work with computers, but that doesn't bode well.

Has anyone had this type of problem and then got it sorted, or am I destined to land up like Quasimodo?

See your GP and get a referral.

[MarillionFan]

See your GP and get a referral.

I've seen my GP a few times over the years. Had xRays where I was told I have osteoporosis in my neck and there was 'nothing that could be done'. (they gave me pain-killers). I have additional damage due to weight lifting when I was younger and have been referred for all of the chiro/osteo etc, all without much help. I'm just surprised nothing has worked so far and wondered if anyone had any experience.

It was really bad today.

[Old Greg]

I've seen my GP a few times over the years. Had xRays where I was told I have osteoporosis in my neck and there was 'nothing that could be done'. (they gave me pain-killers). I have additional damage due to weight lifting when I was younger and have been referred for all of the chiro/osteo etc, all without much help. I'm just surprised nothing has worked so far and wondered if anyone had any experience.

It was really bad today.

Have you had a referral to a Rheumatologist?

[MarillionFan]

Have you had a referral to a Rheumatologist?

No.

Cheers. I'll have a look.

[Old Greg]

No.

Cheers. I'll have a look.

I think so. I wouldn't accept a diagnosis from a GP, or treatment prescribed if it isn't working. Have a look at (aimed mostly at GPs, only viewable in England and Wales): Welcome to Map of Medicine for NHS Evidence

[mudskipper]

Have had ongoing lower back / hip issues. Chiro helped a bit, but saw a private physio who sorted me out. Might be worth a go.

[shaunbhoy]

Well in all honesty, you simply cannot go round, over such a prolonged period, carrying that much extra timber without something starting to give.
That is why I keep myself a fighting 12st 2 and exercise 4-5 times a week.

HTH

[Mr.Whippy]

I've been sat at a computer for 20 years ever since I got my first ZX Spectrum

You didn't get your first ZX Spectrum until 1991? What are you using these days? An Atari ST 520FM?

[DimPrawn]

Well in all honesty, you simply cannot go round, over such a prolonged period, carrying that much extra timber without something starting to give.
That is why I keep myself a fighting 12st 2 and exercise 4-5 times a week.

HTH

WHS.

You are overweight and unfit. Spent less time posting bollox here and more time playing sport/gym/swimming.

HTH BIDI

PS. I'm 11st and fit as a fiddle. Healthy,wealthy and wise.