In the cervical area the disc degenerative process usually starts with a traumatic twisting of the disc space that leads to chronic inflammatory pain in the neck, and may result in arm pain and numbness.
Foraminal encroachment refers to that degeneration in the spinal column which causes the obstruction of the foramina.
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Lumbar disc protrusion is a common spinal disc condition that causes lower back pain and other symptoms throughout a patient's lower body. The lumbar spine (lower back) is susceptible of disc protrusion because it supports most of the body's weight and is extremely flexible.
A shallow non-compressive disc protrusion at the C6 vertebra refers to a condition where the intervertebral disc between the cervical vertebrae C5 and C6 bulges outward without compressing the spinal cord or nerve roots. This type of protrusion typically occurs due to degeneration or injury and may lead to localized pain or discomfort, but often does not cause significant neurological symptoms. Treatment may involve physical therapy, pain management, and lifestyle modifications, depending on the severity of symptoms.
small central disc protrusion at c3-4
superimposed central & left disc protrusion
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Cervical spondylosis is a degenerative condition of the spine involving wear and tear on the cervical vertebrae and discs. Paracentral disk protrusion refers to an abnormal bulging of an intervertebral disk towards one side of the spinal canal, potentially compressing nearby nerve roots or the spinal cord in the cervical region, leading to symptoms such as neck pain, arm pain, and weakness.
Spondylosis is pain and degeneration of the spine. A spondylitic protrusion is the disc tissue that has displaced beyond the disc space.
Yes, disc protrusion can cause sciatica. When a spinal disc protrudes, it may press on nearby nerves, including the sciatic nerve, leading to pain, numbness, or tingling that radiates down the leg. This condition typically results from a herniated disc, which can occur due to injury or degeneration. Proper diagnosis and treatment are essential to manage symptoms effectively.
Cervical annular fissure refers to a tear or defect in the annulus fibrosus, the tough outer layer of an intervertebral disc in the cervical spine. This condition can occur alongside disc protrusion, where the inner gel-like nucleus pulposus bulges out through the fissure, potentially impinging on nearby nerves. Symptoms may include neck pain, radiculopathy, or other neurological deficits. Treatment often involves conservative measures, such as physical therapy, or in more severe cases, surgical intervention.
Paracentral disc protrusion is a disorder of the spine that causes neck and back pain. An intervertebral disc is swollen or bulging and is putting pressure on the nerve roots when you are diagnosed with this disorder.