Question
I am a 37 yr old female I've had a few injuries in my time(a fall skiing, a fall off a horse and a minor car accident) which has resulted in some lower back pain and neck issues. I visit a Cranial sacral therapist and a chiropractor both of which have helped me considerably, however I am experiencing some other symptoms and I want to know if these could be related to my back and neck issues. I would occasionally get burning/cold sensations in my face and left side if I sit or lie for prolonged periods of time. I can experience dizziness and nausea when these occur. usually walking around stops the sensations but lately I am left with pains in my left arm, shoulder blade and sometimes my leg (I have been diagnosed with sciatica) I have had ECGs but all clear. i would appreciate any insight you may have. Even if there's little can be done it will stop me worrying. Thank you in advance!

Answer
The symptoms you have are most likely due to neck and back problems.

Burning and cold sensations can occur with significant damage and/or degeneration of the spine. Nausea and dizziness can be caused on any given day due to a number of reasons, the most serious being signs of a stroke, but with the information given I cannot give you a good answer (it is best to bring these symptoms up with your doctor as they will have a lot more information about your case).

In addition to the information given I would recommend an evaluation by a trained upper cervical chiropractor. Adjusting the upper neck (atlas and axis) CORRECTLY can make all the difference however with the information given I cannot say, so this is why I would recommend you get checked by a trained upper cervical chiropractor as soon as possible. I don't know where you live, so this website is your best bet at finding an upper cervical doctor www.uppercervicalcare.com.