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What is the spinal theca An ortho consultant I saw says' I have a disc bulge which is compressing the theca What does this mean?
what is poateria osteophyte and spinal theca
What are other names for a herniated disc?
A herniated disc is also referred to as a slipped, rupture, bulging, or protruding disc.
What does Small broad based disc bulges at L12 L45 mean?
Disc bulges are characterized as focal or broad based. Focal means that less than 90 degrees of the disc is protruding outside of the radius of the vertebrae. Broad based means that 90 to 180 degrees of the disc are protruding outside of the vertebrae. The protruding discs are located in the lumbar region.
What is another word or term for a bulging disk?
A more commonly used term for a bulging disc is a herniated disc. This ailment may also be referred to as a slipped disc, ruptured disc, or protruding disc.
What is the mean of L4-5 disc shows large posterolateral disc protrusion indenting the thecal sac and compromising both the lateral recesses?
posterocentral
What does osteodiscal elevation of the anterior theca mean?
Osteodiscal elevation of the anterior theca refers to the lifting or protrusion of bone structures associated with the anterior aspect of the theca, which is the protective covering of the spinal cord and nerve roots. This condition can suggest the presence of a pathological process, such as a disc herniation or other spinal abnormalities, that may impact the surrounding structures. It is typically evaluated through imaging studies, such as MRI, to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment options.
What is slipped?
When a vertebral disc is partly protruding or becomes displaced, this is known as a slipped disc. It presses on some of the nerves nearby and can cause a great deal of Back pain. Sometimes surgery is required, followed by physical therapy.
I have 4bulging disc in my neck 1 protruding disc in my neck and narrowing of the spine also i have degenerate disc disease , neck disease I am overwhelmed and confused i had a epidural in my neck it made it a lot worse. can you help me ?
Contact doctor Kenneth Wood at the Lake Norman Spine Center at704-660-4750
What is small central disc herniation indenting the ventral margin of the the the thecal sac?
A broad herniation means that at least 25% of the disc is affected. A central herniation means that the herniation is toward the spinal column. A broad central herniation of the disc with impingement on the thecal sac is a herniation in which a large portion of the disc is protruding toward the spinal column and is pressing against the membrane which surrounds the spinal cord.
What is the meaning of posteriorly portruding disc?
A posteriorly protruding disc refers to a spinal disc that has herniated or bulged backward toward the spinal canal. This condition can compress nearby nerves or the spinal cord, potentially leading to pain, numbness, or weakness in the limbs. It is often associated with conditions like degenerative disc disease or injury. Treatment may include physical therapy, medication, or in severe cases, surgery.
What does a herniated disc neck look like?
A herniated disc in the neck, also known as cervical disc herniation, typically results in a bulging or protruding disc that can press on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. This condition may cause symptoms such as neck pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms or hands. On imaging studies like MRI, it appears as a displaced or deformed disc in the cervical spine region, often with accompanying inflammation or nerve compression. The affected area may show signs of degeneration or damage to the disc structure.
What is disc osteophyte complex with flattening of the ventral thecal sac?
You have a bone spur on the vertebrae that is protruding towards the front of your body and putting pressure on the sac of cerebrospinal fluid that encircles the brain and spinal cord.
