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A broad-based disc spur complex refers to a combination of degenerative changes in the intervertebral discs and the formation of bone spurs (osteophytes) along the edges of the vertebrae. This condition often occurs due to aging or repetitive stress on the spine, leading to disc herniation, loss of disc height, and the development of spurs as the body attempts to stabilize the spine. These changes can cause pain, reduced mobility, and nerve compression, potentially leading to symptoms such as numbness or weakness in the extremities. Treatment options may include physical therapy, medication, or, in severe cases, surgery.
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L4 - L5 considerable disc space narrowing and desiccation with broad-based posterior and posterolateral extension of inteervertebral disc with midline annular tear?
broadbased narrowing at the l5/s1
What is central and right posterolateral disc protrusion spur complex?
It is descriptive term for the degenerative spine on CT or MRI. Central disk herniation means a central and posterior protrusion of disk material. Posterolateral disc protrusion indicates herniation of disk along the posterolateral margin of the disk to the spinal canal. Disc spur complex denotes a combined degenerative process with which the protruded disk is accompanied with adjacent bone change with spurring.
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.
What does it mean by a minor bulging annulus or disc spur complex is appreciated at the c4 c5 level causing minimal impression on the anterior thecal sac and right foraminal encroachment?
Sounds like it's directly from a MRI report..... The annulus is the outer layers of the disc. A disc/spur complex would mean a combination of the disc bulge and spurring (rough edges) of bone. c4-c5 is referring to the disc/disc space between the 4th and 5th cervical (neck) vertebrae. The thecal sac surrounds the spinal cord and holds fluid that surrounds the cord. Yours is being mildly compressed at the level of c4-c5. Right foraminal encroachment means that the opening (foramen) where a nerve exits the spine is more narrow than normal.
What is a disc osteophyte bar?
An osteophyte is a bone spur that forms usually because of damage to the surface of a joint, resulting in arthritis. A disc osteophyte occurs in the disc space between two vertebrae of the spine.
What is Effaces left anterior hemicord?
That could be either a bulging disc. or a bone spur from degenerative [arthritic] changes to the vertebrae causing a bony spur to press on the cord...
What is the revolving spiked disc on a western style spur?
The revolving spiked disc on a western style spur is called a rowel. It is a wheel that typically has points or spikes on it, designed to provide a stronger and more precise aid to the horse when the rider applies pressure with their heels.
What is a disc osteophyt?
This is a bone spur that forms when here is some damage that occurs on the joint. It often results in Arthritis.
What. Can be done for a artificial disc bone spur.?
For a bone spur in conjunction with an artificial disc, treatment options may include physical therapy to strengthen surrounding muscles, anti-inflammatory medications to alleviate pain, and corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation. In some cases, if conservative measures fail, surgical options such as removal of the bone spur or revision of the artificial disc may be considered. It's essential to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the most appropriate treatment based on individual circumstances.
What is Dessication of the disc?
Desiccation of the disc refers to the drying out and degeneration of the intervertebral discs in the spine. This can lead to a decrease in disc height, loss of elasticity, and can be a contributing factor to conditions such as disc herniation or degenerative disc disease. Symptoms can include back pain, stiffness, and decreased flexibility.
For which mechanical systems are the spur gears used?
A gear is a simple machine, usually circular, with evenly cut teeth surrounding its perimeter. Spur gears are the most basic type and can be used in a wide variety of simple and complex machinery.
What is a Prominent broad based posterior and lateral disc protrusion?
My husband just got his mri report, at c2-c3 minimal left foraminal, c3-c4-3mm posterior central protrusion,c4-c5-posterior annular bulging, c5-c6prominent posterior bulge/broad based protrusion causing right goraminal stenosis, c6-c7 small posterior protrusion.. He has sever pain in his left arm...what should we do..
