I was actually going to write to you and
for the latest updates and pick your brain a bit more.

Well, I did the MRI and appears I have slipped disc problem pressing the nerves. The numbness is still there unfortunately after 2 months but I have been seeing the osteopath/ physio Bernadette recommended and he has been absolutely excellent in handling the situation.
Lots of manual therapy as well as an exercise Programme to open up the chest and strengthen the back muscles. Also I have been on a B complex since the problem and it did help tremendously. Bernadette had pointed out the ideal ratio between the B vitamins, so I had assumed a complex would be better than a B12 stand alone. But would be happy to hear your thoughts on that.

I had visited the doctor 2 days ago and he seems the issue has reached surgery level as he thinks there is loss in reflexes on that arm and that the problem still continues.

I however wouldn’t consider surgery at this stage as the physio cut down the numbness quite a lot so keen to give that a chance

Also, there is no way I would consider metal pieces inserted in my spine, so was going to ask you other alternative solutions for slipped discs like PRP etc?

Here is the report from the doctor

Thanks so much for the follow up message
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Ah sorry, I was so focused on the Imbalance part, Just seen the notes for the optimum. I will try to get a check on the cortisol levels in the next follow up, I know it is a good indicator for the function of the body. Thanks for the Osteopath recommendation. I have already made an appointment

Is there a recommendation for an osteopath who can assess the skeletal alignment?

Thanks for the video, informative as always. I don’t use potassium supplement or crave salt actually. It is the usual hustle and bustle of life but nothing super stressful for me. Tried to remove stress factors and opt a chilled lifestyle What would be the most optimum functional range for these two minerals? And what can we do to improve the parameters other than addressing any underlying stress factors?

just realized you were also asking about the potassium and sodium. have attached the results. Always wondered if that ratio is optimum or not for me? Magnesium was checked years ago and was bit low but I have been trying to supplement since then as much as possible. Will retest for it too in the next check up
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I had a look but those don’t seem to be tested at the time. I am actually due soon for my annual check up. Will ask for those tests too then. Also, any feedback on the MCV results?

Great info Daniel! I will try different forms of magnesium and the electrolytes you recommended. Much appreciated. Thanks again

 Also the copy of the MCV Results in addition to the above.
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 It is an orthopedic doctor asked for the MRI. I agree that these scans may not yield all the answers we need, however, from insurance policies point of view, we do need to get referrals from these doctors for physio and rehabilitation sessions which always helped me to deal with muscle or spine issues in the past. 

But since I do get these muscle problems fair bit, I want to look into deeper all the other potential underlying issues you and  pointed out. 

Regarding magnesium, you mentioned elemental MG. In the past, I had been recommended by my functional medicine doctor to use Magnesium Aspartate for better muscle relaxant. Any comment on the right type of the magnesium? 

How about the electrolytes? Since I do go to gym a lot, I have recently started using electrolytes. Some sugar free electrolyte recommendations would be great as well. Thanks

 Here is a copy of the B12 and Glucose test results.   Looking forward to your view on the levels. [B12 GLUCOSE.pdf] 

Also, the pins and needles are not permanent and I feel it only in certain positions. I understand the impact nutrition deficiency and hot it would potentially lead to muscle weaknesses and injuries but not having the problem continuously makes me think of a tight muscle problem more than anything.
I actually have changed my magnesium supplements and started having this issue as I don’t think I was getting enough. I do go to gym fair bit, so not replenishing the reserves is a problem
I am back using Allergy Research magnesium tablets and already feeling a lot better in the shoulder

It is without contrast. I have been checked before for b12 and blood sugar levels which were both fine but haven’t been tested for the rest of the nutritions. Would you recommend getting these test done and ruling that out first or shall I run the MRI in parallel ?