Mine feel like electric shocks. I try to keep my head still.
January 16
Have you experienced a dull ache down your spine from the base of your skull when you move your head?
Yes, this is something other MyMSTeam members have experienced. This sensation could be related to a few MS-related causes:
Lhermitte's Sign
This is a common MS symptom that causes an electric shock-like sensation Show Full Answer
Have you experienced a dull ache down your spine from the base of your skull when you move your head?
Yes, this is something other MyMSTeam members have experienced. This sensation could be related to a few MS-related causes:
Lhermitte's Sign
This is a common MS symptom that causes an electric shock-like sensation running down the spine, typically triggered by bending your neck forward. While it's often described as an "electric shock," some people experience it as a dull ache or buzzing sensation instead.
A MyMSTeam member described: "I thought I was going crazy bending my head and feeling a buzzing that went from my neck to my spine."
Neck Stiffness and Pain
Many members report neck pain and stiffness that radiates down the spine. One member shared: "I get severe pain in the back of my neck and my shoulder blades."
What Causes This?
These sensations are typically caused by nerve damage in the cervical spinal cord (the part running through your neck). MS can damage the protective covering around nerves, leading to these uncomfortable feelings when you move your head.
It's important to let your healthcare team know about this symptom, especially if it's new or worsening, as it could indicate MS activity that may need attention.
January 16
Mine use to feel like that way before I knew I had ms but now there's a dull pain.
January 16
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