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.
neurol foraminal right narrowing c4-5 mild moderate can it be serious?
MILD LEFT FORAMINAL NARROWING AT C5-C6 SECONDARY TO UNCOVERTEBRAL JOIN HYPERMETROPHY AND SPUR FORMATION
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.
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.
There's actually 2 separate indications in your Radiology report:Mild bilateral neural foraminal stenosis is a common problem with most people. The Foramen is the spinal opening at each vertebrae where the nerves pass through; stenosis is the term for narrowing, and in this case it's stating that there's foraminal narrowing in the L5-S1 vertebral area, which is not uncommon.The "small tear" is at the posterior (rear) annulus of the L5-S1 disk, meaning there's a small rupture in the rear of the disk membrane.
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Mild right-sided foraminal narrowing secondary to uncinate spurring means that the space available for nerves to travel through is narrowed. The reason for this in this case is the uncinate spurring, which are bone spurs shaped like hooks, are intruding into that space.
Mild posterior protrusion at C6-7 refers to a slight bulging of the cervical intervertebral disc at this level, which is causing mild pressure on the thecal sac, the protective covering around the spinal cord. Additionally, the presence of uncinate spurring, which are bone growths at the edges of the vertebrae, is resulting in mild narrowing of the neural foramina on both sides. This narrowing can potentially affect the spinal nerves as they exit the spinal column, possibly leading to symptoms such as pain or numbness in the arms. Overall, these findings suggest mild degenerative changes in the cervical spine.
An artificial disc is a medical device used to replace a damaged or degenerated intervertebral disc in the spine, aimed at restoring mobility and reducing pain. Mild foraminal narrowing refers to a slight reduction in the space where spinal nerves exit the vertebral column, potentially leading to nerve compression. When an artificial disc is placed, it may cause or be associated with mild foraminal narrowing, which can affect nerve function but may not always result in significant symptoms. Monitoring and management by a healthcare professional are important to address any related issues.
What do they do for this. It is some kind of operation done?
A broad-based left paracentral foraminal disc protrusion at the L4-L5 level indicates that the intervertebral disc is bulging outwards towards the left side, potentially pressing against nearby nerves. Coupled with facet arthropathy, which is wear and tear of the facet joints, this condition leads to mild central stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal) and left lateral recess stenosis (narrowing of the area where the nerve root exits). This combination can result in symptoms such as lower back pain, leg pain, or numbness due to nerve compression.
A bulging disk on the left side.