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Looking down on the involved levels (L5-S1), the top is toward your abdomen (NOON) and the back is toward the back (6 O'clock). I'll describe what happens, referring to times on the clock. Over the years these disks begin to wear out and flatten or possibly bulge out (like squashing a marshmallow). If it is severe enough it is called a 'herniation'. If the herniation occurs at 5 o'clock or 7 o'clock, the herniation can pinch (trap) a nerve as it is preparing to leave the spinal cord and travel down the body, resulting in a severe burning pain and possibly muscle cramps if the nerve travels to the spasming muscle. If the herniation occurs at the NOON, 3 o'clock, or 9 o'clock position, since no nerves are close by, there is no pain (actually, there can be pain, but it is not from nerves being pinched... there are pain fibers in the disk). If the herniation occurs at the 6 o'clock position no nerves will be trapped or pinched because there is a lot of space in the spinal canal where the spinal cord travels. So a disc 'bulge' is just where the disk is squashed out a little toward the left. You can have some pain from that, but no spinal nerve involvement. Oh... the foramen is where area where the spinal nerve runs as it exits the spinal canal..
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What is left foraminal annular tear?
A left foraminal annular tear is when the annulus fibrosus rips or tears. The annulus fibrosus is the tough exterior of the intervertebral disc.
What is a paracentral disc bulge?
what is 1 mild bilateral foraminal stenosis 2 Clinical correlation 3 moderate to severe bilateral
What is effacement of the left lateral recess?
what is effacement of the left lateral recess and severe foraminal stenosis
Did Corvette make a L45 engine?
No
What is moderate neural foraminal narrowing to right and mild to left at L5-S1 with moderate broad based disc bulge present?
Moderate neural foraminal narrowing to the right and mild narrowing to the left at the L5-S1 level indicates that the openings where the nerves exit the spine are constricted, potentially leading to nerve compression on the right side. The presence of a moderate broad-based disc bulge suggests that the intervertebral disc is protruding outward, which can contribute to the narrowing and potentially cause pain or neurological symptoms. This condition may require monitoring or treatment, depending on the severity of symptoms. Consulting a healthcare provider for an appropriate evaluation and management plan is advisable.
Will you need surgery for focal left foraminal disc protrusion that contacts the exiting left L4 nerve root?
You might need surgery for focal left foraminal disc protrusion that contacts the exiting left L4 nerve root if the protrusion is affecting your quality of life. This type of surgery is most often accomplished via a very small incision.
What is mild left neural foraminal narrowing?
The left neural foramen is where a nerve passes through a bone on the left side. Impingement is crowding. So left neural foraminal impingement is a crowding of that bony passage for the nerve.
What is mild to moderate left foraminal stenosis?
Moderate left foraminal stenosis is compression of the cervical spinal nerves that travel through a narrowing of the foramina. Causes of the narrowing include herniated disc material and bone spurs in the neck.
What causes gas in the L23 spine broadbases posterior disc protrusion the thecal sac is reduced to 8.5mm L34 the same as L45 the same in L5S1 with my thecal sac at 7mm AP?
Information on L23 L45 L5 S1 In The Spine
What is Mild uncovertebral joint degeneration?
MILD LEFT FORAMINAL NARROWING AT C5-C6 SECONDARY TO UNCOVERTEBRAL JOIN HYPERMETROPHY AND SPUR FORMATION
How did Germany prepare for The Battle of Bulge?
The Germans pulled back and left a Bulge around the town of Bastogne. The Americans seized it with the 101st Airborne Division. They set up a perimeter and then, the Germans moved in around the Americans, and then attacked the perimeter. This action the created the "Bulge", and began The Battle of the "Bulge".
What is severe left foraminal stenosis L5-S1?
Severe left foraminal stenosis at the L5-S1 level refers to a significant narrowing of the foraminal space on the left side, where the L5 and S1 spinal nerves exit the spinal column. This condition can lead to nerve compression, resulting in symptoms such as pain, numbness, or weakness in the lower back and leg. It is often caused by factors like herniated discs, bone spurs, or degenerative disc disease. Diagnosis typically involves imaging studies, and treatment options may include physical therapy, medications, or surgery, depending on the severity of symptoms.
