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Sir i have been back pain for 8 months.....now it is civier pain.......my 1sr MRI Shown only " Disc bulge at L5S1 level with neural foromina compromise nd disc dessication at L5S1"...amd the 2nd MRI shown " At l5s1 level postero central disc protrusion with belateral facet joint orthropathy without nerve root compression or signigicant secondry spi

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Looks like you need to take good Physiotherapy and regular exercise may help if not consult orthopaedic/Spine surgeon ... Read More

I've lifted the heavy weight and after that Low back pain mostly on the right side above hip.No pain or numb on my feet just pain on my low back when I'm sitting or bending.MRI says: 1) posterior bulging at L4L5, 2) posterior central disc protrusion, moderate thecal sac compression at L5S1. Can it be treated without surgery? thanks

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Yes it can be . Start giving attention to your posture. Strengthen your core muscles and visit a physiotherapist. ... Read More

Sir i have been back pain for 8 months.....now it is civier pain.......my 1sr MRI Shown only " Disc bulge at L5S1 level with neural foromina compromise nd disc dessication at L5S1"...amd the 2nd MRI shown " At l5s1 level postero central disc protrusion with belateral facet joint orthropathy without nerve root compression or signigicant secondry spi

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• Postural Correction- Sit Tall, Walk Tall. • Extension Exercises x 15 times x twice daily. • Apply Hot Fomentation twice daily. • Avoid bending in front. ... Read More

Sir.. I have been back pain since last 8 month..i did MRI first time shown " l5s1 level disc protrusion with facet joint orthropathy without nerve root compression " but 2nd time yesterday i did MRI its shown the same as earlier but shown one thing more that is " incidental finding : there is 7 mm sized cystic lesion , hypertense on T2 & STIR sequ

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Incidental finding is the one which is noticed in an investigation but doesn't have any direct relation to patient's complaints ... Read More

Two weeks ago, my low back was damaged by heavy weight lifting. and after MRI, the result is as follow: 1) large size posterior central disc protrusion with moderate thecal sac compression is seen at L5-S1 level. 2) posterior disc bulging is also seen at L4-L5 level. dear Doctors, i don't feel any pain or numbness on my feet. just when i walk, sit

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Surgery wouldn't be needed until you do not face any severe physical symptoms like muscular weakness, numbness and pain. Eight Physiotherapy will help you to get the disc back in place ... Read More

Disc protrusion of c6-c7 causing mild thecal and right lateral recess nerve root indentation Symptoms: 1. Pain radiating in both the shoulders left and right 2. Lower back pain 3. Back of the head pain 4. Neck pain 5. When I lift or use my arms pain in the side if the respective chest (left if left shoulder used and so on) I'm able to walk but l

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Restricted movement Avoid bending Avoid lifting weights Do connect and consult ... Read More

I've diagnoised with L5S1 disc protrusion for almost two months. First two weeks was into Gabapentin medication. After discontinue the medicines pain started. Went physiotherapy for 5 days and stretching exercises. Now could notice no radiating pain through my thigh and also pain is very minimal near the hip area but all of the sudden severe pain i

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Need examination to comment more . ... Read More

MRI report Mild posterior disc bulge at L4-L5 level causing ventral thecal sac indentation. Right subarticular disc protrusion at L5-S1 level causing ventral thecal sac indentation, right lateral recess and neural foraminal narrowing with right traversing and exiting nerve roots indentation. As advised by treating doctor, doing core strengthen e

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If patient is doing well with medications, then it is fine. ... Read More

Mild posterior disc bulge at L4-L5 level causing ventral thecal sac indentation. Right subarticular disc protrusion at L5-S1 level causing ventral thecal sac indentation, right lateral recess and neural foraminal narrowing with right traversing and exiting nerve roots indentation. Am avoiding lifting weights, bending forward.Doing some exerc

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Consult a neurospine specialist, do regular back strengthening exercises, take precautions for your back. Usually your pain should subside within few weeks if you take proper precautions. ... Read More

Hello doctor .. Please advise best city, clinic, hospital or doctor for curing ..l4 l5 disc protrusion surgery

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For this type of surgery u can definitely u will be better so for this right hospital is Vhs hospital in that department of Neuro surgery is there and consult Dr mc Vasudevan senior Neuro surgeon defi ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I have mid and lower back stiffness, mostly in the morning. I do not have any pain, numbness, or weakness in my legs or hands. I sometimes feel my voice is slightly less clear and my confidence drops when speaking, especially under stress or during interviews. I want to ask: Can a slip disc, herniation, or disc bulge in the back cause

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No, a slip disc, disc bulge, or herniation in the mid or lower back cannot affect voice clarity or speaking ability, as these spine levels do not control voice or speech muscles. Your morning back sti ... Read More

Disc protrusion of c6-c7 causing mild thecal and right lateral recess nerve root indentation Symptoms: 1. Pain radiating in both the shoulders left and right 2. Lower back pain 3. Back of the head pain 4. Neck pain 5. When I lift or use my arms pain in the side if the respective chest (left if left shoulder used and so on) I'm able to walk but lowe

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Before surgery you should nerve block procedure such as TFESI It should give u pain relief. ... Read More

Disc protrusion of c6-c7 causing mild thecal and right lateral recess nerve root indentation Symptoms: 1. Pain radiating in both the shoulders left and right 2. Lower back pain 3. Back of the head pain 4. Neck pain 5. When I lift or use my arms pain in the side if the respective chest (left if left shoulder used and so on) I'm able to walk but lowe

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Hey there! C6 -c7 protrusion can be corrected using postural correction and mobilization of joint by an expert physiotherapist. It is totally depends on the severity . Kindly consult me online with al ... Read More

Disc protrusion of c6-c7 causing mild thecal and right lateral recess nerve root indentation Symptoms: 1. Pain radiating in both the shoulders left and right 2. Lower back pain 3. Back of the head pain 4. Neck pain 5. When I lift or use my arms pain in the side if the respective chest (left if left shoulder used and so on) I'm able to walk but lowe

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Hi. You can use pain killer and muscle relaxant medications, soft cervical collar, reducing height of pillow while sleeping and avoiding lifting heavy weights. Need for surgery will be decided by clin ... Read More

I have a really severe pain shooting up from my left lower back to the toes of my left leg. I also have some numbness and a little less movement in the toes of my left foot when compared to my right; I've had lower back pain for almost the past two years but this condition only occurred a week ago. My MRI report says: Disc desiccation with postero

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Do surgeries are safe and risk free for disc bulge correction in L4-L5 region compressing the left neural foramina for a person between 18-24 of age?

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Not all patient of backache need surgery. Most of them can be treated without surgery. Now a days, surgery is more safe than crossing the road, but still it carries some risk. Unnecessary surgery sh ... Read More

I have numbness in my right hand and legs and tingling pain as well nd lower back pain m not able to sit I feel pressure on my lower back when m sitting

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U know the reason disk protrusion. Physiotherapy advisable. Till than for temporary relief go with Tab dan Mr two times a day after food for five days or as required. U can try for one only after ... Read More

For a year, I've had lower back pain. MRI shows early disc dessication. Medication for 2 months and exercises haven't helped

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Pain is not due to disc desiccation in toto. Postural issues , weak muscles , vit d deficiency are the main issues to rectify. ... Read More

Hi Doctor I was diagnoised with L5S1 disc protrusion with neural foraminal narrowing on Nov'2023. Took physiotherapy for few weeks and started Core muscle strengthen exercises. I had to travel 50kms a day in bus. Most of the time it's sore pain in the l5S1 segment. Daily doing 20mnts core strengthen exercise morning and evening. Will it be settled

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I don't know who has advised exercise. Exercise is never solution of pain You need to take medicine for pain Avoid unnecessary travel ... Read More

I have severe lower back pain and have got an MRI done. MRI findings say the below: Mild retrolisthesis of L4 over L5 vertebral body. No obvious spondylolysis. Ligamentum flavum hypertrophy at L5-S1. L4-L5: Diffuse disc bulge with posterior central disc protrusion, compressing bilateral traversing nerve roots at that level. No obvious neural fo

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This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate you  in detail. -Control  Hypertension, Diabetes or  metabolic ... Read More

One month back, diagnoised with L5S1 disc protrusion with neural foraminal narrowing. That time pain during sitting and even during sleeping( radiating pain to butt). First two weeks took medicines (Gabapentin, Lyrica, Etoshine) then started Physiotherapy (manual) and getting trained with extension exercise and core muscle stremgthenung exercises.

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Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospita ... Read More

Bent legs at time of birth cured by doctor with cement or POP some treament at the time of birth only... Now I am have lower back pain ...MRI DONE.. findings: L3­-L4 partial block vertebra with rudimentary disc. Disc desiccation at multiple levels. Diffuse annular bulge 

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Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospita ... Read More

IMPRESSION: MR imaging features are consistent with: o Partial loss of lumbar lordosis with appearant straightening of spine. L4-5 disk show partial degenerative disk desiccation. o o L4-5 1level shows broad based posterocentral and left paracentral disc protrusion and causing mild compression of the thecal sac & mild compression of left exitin

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Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospita ... Read More

My friend developed left leg numbness while he walked or stood at a place for more than 15 min since last 2 months. He goes to gym and lifts upto 70-80kgs. He got an MRI scan done which stated "Disc desiccation with postero-central disc protrusion L5-S1 level causing moderate spinal canal stenosis with compression of thecal sac and traversing nerve

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Avoid forward bending Avoid weight lifting Don't sit for long hours Spinal flexion exercise Hot water massage Medicine ... Read More

With history of mild disc bulge 3 months ago I have started working out with mild weights last week after getting recovered but started paining in lower back again what should I do ???

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You need to do some conditioning and strengthening of your back with a physiotherapist before getting back into weight training. Consult your orthopaedic surgeon for a reassessment before going to a p ... Read More

I have a spinal injury that turned into a constant dull pain, loss of mobility and stiffness and weakness of my entire back, especially lower. It has been more than a year. Recently did an MRI. It is written "l5-s1 shows diffuse disc bulge and posterocentral disc protrusion causing partial effacement of the anterior thecal sac. this is causing narr

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Don't worry it's completely curable with medications and Physiotherapy. ... Read More

Yesterday I took bench in gym few heavy after that today I feel lower back pain when I bend its disc bulge or muscle spasms ?

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The cause of back pain can be anything from a simple muscle spasm, ligament tear or even a disc prolapse, the treatment of each is different. I advise you to consult an Orthopaedician before proceedin ... Read More

I was suffering from neck pain since 8 months..2 days ago i went for MRI.. here i am attaching my report.. There are few questions in my mind..one of my known physiotherapist told me that my problem is of grade 3 but in report it has written mild protrusion or mild disc osteophyte..plz tell which grade problem this is...also suggest vitamin tablet

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As per the MRI scan report , there is only mild disc bulge and narrowing at place where your nerve exits the spine canal..You can have neck pain and radiculopathy because of that.. But if you strength ... Read More

MRI report Impression: The lumbar intervertebral discs appear dessicated. Diffuse disc bulge indenting the thecal sac and the bilateral exiting nerve roots noted at L4-L5 level. Diffuse disc bulge with posterocentral disc protrusion causing bilateral severe lateral recess narrowing compressing the exiting and traversing nerve

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Is this your report or your relative’s? Need proper examination , MRI images to comment . ... Read More

Sir,It's disc bulge or normal see mri film lower back pain from 2months pain in some movements, normal or disc bulge

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Send me photo of report of radiologist and chief complaints of the patient consult me Dr Rajinder Sharma senior ortho surgeon sector 33 D Chandigarh 42 years expertise search browse on goggle my na ... Read More

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