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First of all, there are a great number of theories as to what should be called a "bulge". Before MRI, physicians could see an herniated disk with a special x-ray study called a myelogram, in which dye is injected. When MRI came about, all kinds of soft tissues were seen for the first time. Radiologists started describing disk bulges, something that had not ever been discussed before. Different radiologists will differ in what they all a bulge. A definitive article in the New England Journal of Medicine established, many years ago, that a disk "bulge" should be considered to be a normal finding.
The healthy disk is elastic. If it were not, our spines would be rigid. In order to allow the bones of the spine, the vertebral bodies, to permit us to bend forward and backwards, the disk must give, bulge and stretch. If one bends forward, it must bulge in the front and straighten in the back. In the standing position, the weight of the body might cause circumferential bulging. In a large percentage of the population, the disk will have some degree of bulge, normally, even when lying flat, as on the MRI table.
A disk bulge should not be confused with an herniation. A disk bulge should not be treated. Unfortunately, there are practitioners who will make a big thing of this normal MRI finding, and try to convince their patients that the cause of pain has been found and that the bulge needs to be treated.
But, since a disk bulge is a normal finding, there is no need to be concerned at to whether or not it will return to its normal place. It is in its normal place already.
What else can I help you with?
Can a acident cause a disc bulge?
Yes a accident can cause a disc bulge
What is a concentric disc bulge?
Circumferential disk bulge is a condition of the spinal column wherein 50 to 100 percent of the circumferential disk tissue goes over the edges of the ring apophyses. Ninety percent of disk bulges happen in the lower back area.
Is a bulge and herniation the same thing?
No, a bulge and a herniation are not the same thing. A bulge refers to a generalized extension of the intervertebral disc beyond its normal confines, while a herniation involves a more focal or localized displacement of disc material that may compress nearby nerves.
What is a annular disc bulge and a concentric disc bulge?
You have an intervertebral disc in between your vertebrae. It has got outer tough annulus fibrosus and inner soft nucleus pulposus. usually the nucleus pulposus escapes the disc. But at times the annular disc may bulge out. Osteophytes are seen due to degenerative changes in the upper and lower borders of your vertebrae. Disc means probably all over the edge.
What is a disc bulging?
A dorsal disc bulge is the most dangerous to correct because of the spinal cord. The diffuse dorsal disc bulge causes pain in the side of the back, tingling in the torse, all the way to the lower extremities, and lack of strength in lower extremities.
What is significant intervertebral disc space signal loss at C6-C7 with minor diffuse disc bulge?
Significant intervertebral disc space signal loss at C6-C7 is a nerve impingement which may be painful or cause loss of feeling. A minor diffuse disc bulge is a minor bulge of the affected disc.
Can a broad disc bulge be repaired?
Sure
What is the treatment for disc bulge in L4 L5?
One treatment for a disc bulge in L4 and L5 would be steroid injections by your physician. If the bulge is not extreme, the recommendation may be simply rest and anti-inflammatory medications.
What is Generalized disc bulge?
A generalized disc bulge refers to a condition where the intervertebral disc, which acts as a cushion between the vertebrae in the spine, extends beyond its normal boundaries in a uniform manner. This bulging can occur due to degeneration or injury and may press against nearby nerves, potentially causing pain, numbness, or weakness in the associated areas. Unlike a herniated disc, where the inner material of the disc protrudes more significantly, a generalized bulge is more symmetrical and affects a broader area of the disc. Treatment often includes physical therapy, pain management, and lifestyle modifications.
Can you work with a desiccation disc an bulge in spine?
yes
What symptoms would you have with a mild c5-6 diffuse annular disc bulge?
whats problems being create whan the c5 and c6 diffuse annular disc bulge
What is diffuse disc bulge along with facet joint arthropathy?
A diffuse disc bulge means a disc in the neck or spinal cord is outside of the space it should be normally. Facet joint arthropathy refers to a degenerative disease that affect the cartilage. Diffuse disc bulge along with facet joint anthropathy results in serious disabling health issues.
