Can people with Tarlov Cyst work? What kind of work can they perform?

See how people with experience in Tarlov Cyst give their opinion about whether people with Tarlov Cyst can work and what kind of jobs are more appropriated for people with Tarlov Cyst

Can people with Tarlov Cyst work?

Yes, people with Tarlov cysts can often continue to work, although the type of work they can perform may depend on the severity of their symptoms and the specific demands of their job. Tarlov cysts, also known as perineural cysts, are fluid-filled sacs that develop on the nerve roots at the base of the spine. These cysts are typically benign and can vary in size.

Understanding Tarlov Cysts:

Tarlov cysts are often discovered incidentally during imaging tests performed for unrelated reasons. Many people with Tarlov cysts may not experience any symptoms and may not require any treatment. However, in some cases, the cysts can cause symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, and bowel or bladder dysfunction.

Impact on Work:

The impact of Tarlov cysts on a person's ability to work can vary greatly. Some individuals may experience mild symptoms that do not significantly affect their daily activities or work performance. In such cases, they may be able to continue working without any major modifications.

However, for individuals with more severe symptoms, work may become challenging. The pain, numbness, and muscle weakness associated with Tarlov cysts can make it difficult to perform physically demanding jobs or jobs that require prolonged sitting or standing. Additionally, if the cysts cause bowel or bladder dysfunction, certain work environments may not be suitable.

Workplace Accommodations:

For individuals with Tarlov cysts who experience symptoms that impact their ability to work, workplace accommodations can often be made to help them continue their employment. These accommodations may include:

Flexible work hours: Adjusting work schedules to allow for rest periods or to accommodate medical appointments.

Modified duties: Assigning tasks that are less physically demanding or that involve less sitting or standing for extended periods.

Ergonomic adjustments: Providing ergonomic chairs, standing desks, or other equipment to help alleviate discomfort and reduce strain on the spine.

Assistive devices: Using assistive devices such as braces or supports to provide stability and reduce pain during work activities.

Telecommuting: Allowing employees to work from home or remotely, which can provide more flexibility and reduce the physical demands of commuting and navigating the workplace.

Consulting Healthcare Professionals:

It is important for individuals with Tarlov cysts to consult with their healthcare professionals, such as neurologists, neurosurgeons, or pain management specialists, to determine the best course of action for managing their symptoms and continuing to work. These healthcare professionals can provide personalized advice based on the individual's specific condition and work requirements.

Conclusion:

While Tarlov cysts can potentially impact a person's ability to work, many individuals with these cysts are able to continue working with appropriate accommodations. The severity of symptoms and the specific demands of the job are important factors to consider. By working closely with healthcare professionals and employers, individuals with Tarlov cysts can explore suitable workplace modifications and strategies to maintain their employment and overall well-being.

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It depends on the symptoms/dibilitating pain. Some can still do some adjusted work, where they don't have to sit for long, or stand for long or do much of lifting. When symptoms and pain become progressive most of the patients ar bounded at home, or bed bounded, this is by a majority of patients.

Posted Jul 23, 2021 by Stichting Overdruksyndroom NL

I was able to work, but I had to inform colleagues in meetings that I was unable to sit for long periods of time and would need to stand in the back of the meeting room so as not to interrupt. Post surgery I was able to do work at home 1-2 days a week which really helped my recovery.

A job that is somewhat flexible and allows you to sit and stand, or work at home to recooperate the nerves is the most ideal for desk work.

Posted Feb 26, 2017 by Amie 1250

Yes, we can work, but it's unpredictable to know how you'll feel one day to the next. Definitely avoid lifting heavy things. Heavy lifting increases the sensation of pressure for me.

Posted Apr 11, 2017 by Kelly 5450

I wish to work .Can anybody would hire me if I tell him about my disease.? I doubt very deeply.

Posted Jul 1, 2017 by Kris 100

I was and am able to work a full 10-12 hour shift as long as i have my medication. Without it, i can do about 6 hours of working fast food, while having someone else do the squatting to get low objects.

Posted Aug 13, 2017 by James 950

I currently work in the market research field. I am expecting to return to my full time job in the office soon but have been working from home full time as sitting in an office for 10 hours a day is impossible for me at the moment.

Posted Oct 5, 2017 by Val0920 700

I had to retire since sitting and standing for a length of time was painful

Posted Oct 29, 2017 by Karen 2500

Sometimes and limited

Posted Jan 20, 2018 by dhedge42 2500

I personally had to give up my 2 jobs as a cleaner, heavy lifting or any lifting, constant movement made my body ache & have muscle spasms when i lay flat. More suitable jobs would be office, sitting jobs etc.

Posted Jun 18, 2018 by MissLeanneM 1700

Most can continue to work. Some have reduced hours, changed jobs, or what ever helps them Keep their job.

Posted Jun 18, 2018 by Ze 2520

I think people that have these can do work as long as they dont require sitting or standing for too long in any one position. I couldnt work at all as i was bed ridden.

Posted Jun 19, 2018 by Debbie Dronfield 2500

Working a desk job was very hard with all the sitting

Posted Jun 19, 2018 by Lynn 2500

some can but others will have difficult due to severity of symptoms

Posted Jun 22, 2018 by Julie 1600

Some of us are totally disabled, bedridden, and others can work. I work 2 hours a day, 3 days a week.

Posted Nov 30, 2018 by Connie 1740

There are probably lots of people who have Tarlov cysts, for their entire lives, and never even know it. Lots of cysts are discovered as a result of having an MRI done on a certain part of their body, perhaps for a cause that has nothing to do with the cyst. As well, there are lots of cysts discovered as a result of an MRI of a certain part of their body, say their low back, because they're having issues with their low back, and it's discovered that their low back issues are the result of their Tarlov cyst. I think that some people who have symptomatic cysts may be able to work in some fields, depending largely on the location of the cyst, the size of the cyst, and how long the cyst has been at the size that it is at, if it is at a size that is pressing on other nerves around it. If a person has a cyst that is of a significant size that is pressing on the other nerves around it, and has been doing so for an extended period of time, then the chances are very high that it has caused damage to those other nerves, and I would say that if they're at that point, the likelihood of them being able to do work in any field for any considerable length of time isn't going to be very good. Due to, what I consider the main symptom of a symptomatic Tarlov cyst, which would be the pain. As for what percentage of people that I think work in any field, I'm unable to answer that. Because as I said in the beginning, there are lots of people who have Tarlov cysts that are asymptomatic, and if they're asymptomatic, then they fall in the equation of people with Tarlov cysts who are working, even though they don't know that they have them, and it's my opinion that there's really not a way to answer that question.

Posted Jan 25, 2019 by Roy DeWyatt Smith 700

When the cysts are painfully active having a job can be difficult. Each person will have to choose that for themselves.

Posted Dec 9, 2019 by Ze 1500

Personally, within two years of the initial onset of my symptoms in my cervical spine, I could no longer work. Because the disease is so hard to properly diagnose I could not qualify for disability either. After 13 years I’m finally finding some answers but little medical help within my geographical demographical community.

Posted Dec 9, 2019 by Jess Carhart 2500

Yes but try and stay away from physically demanding jobs.
If a desk job ensure good supportive chair and possible bum rest

Posted Jul 22, 2021 by Michelle Tamplin 2500

Everyone has different experiences with tarlov, would be hard to say one cannot work or can .

Posted Jul 22, 2021 by [email protected] 700

В началото да, могат да работят, докато не се обосърят симптомите. Не се препоръчва да се работи в седнала позиция. Няма рамка за видът работа, която могат да работят пациентите. Всичко е индивидуално.

Posted Jul 23, 2021 by Моника 800

It depends on the severity of symptoms and pain. Some still can do work if not to much fysical work. Most of the patients are in severe pain/symptoms that they have become house bounded or bed bounded.

Posted Jul 25, 2021 by SOSNL 2500

Het kan helpen om enkele aanpassingen door te voeren in de levensstijl. Advies om zo weinig mogelijk te zitten en staan, zware fysieke inspanningen te vermijden, dagelijks meerdere rustmomenten in te plannen en zo min mogelijk dingen te doen die de cerebrospinale druk kunnen verhogen zoals het nuttigen van alcohol en koffie en blootstelling aan de zon. Sommige mensen kunnen nog lichte werkzaamheden doen mits bovenstaande in acht wordt genomen maar velen geraken uiteindelijk uit het arbeidsproces. Vrijwilligerswerk zou dan nog mogelijk zijn.

Posted Jul 26, 2021 by Founder SOSNL 2500

That depends on the level of pain one has. Some people can work and others are completely debilitated.

Posted Jul 26, 2021 by KetoGma 2500

It depends but hardly. Not physical work and even soft work is hard once most of people face hard time seated

Posted Oct 25, 2022 by Tania 2500

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You can't work with cyst tarlov. I can't be standing or sitting.

Posted Mar 24, 2017 by Simona 1060

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I can not stand for a long time, sitting for the moment as I can stand because my work is being in an office, I've gotten my legs I respond to be many hours sitting. When I get up from the chair after 2 or 3 hours sitting, my body is as engarrotado, but for the moment, I can still say that my cysts allow me to pursue a life fairly normal, even with limitations by the pain.

Posted Jul 26, 2017 by Maria 1220

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Each case is different. If the symptoms are too painful , they can no longer work. The pain has an impact on the quality of sleep and concentration. If the symptoms are more mild, it will be necessary to avoid any break with loads, bad posture and standing.

Posted Sep 30, 2017 by 1000