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Hi, From past 4 days I had pain in my back, could not stand and seat for long. I showed to a ortho doctor and underwent MRI scan. They said I have small disc bulge and need to take physiotherapy and on medication. Is this normal for 40+ old, can I be normal and participate in sports like cycling and badminton. I know I should not do anything till a

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First thing to asses is for nerve root compression. Does your MRI shows nerve compression? Primarily medicine and physiotherapy should be started for 3-4 weeks. Some people get benefited by these onl ...  Read More

Hi dr. My MRI says Broad Base diffuse disc bulge is observed at L4-5 & L5-S1 levels producing extradural compression over ventral aspect of the cal sac but not compressing lateral nerve roots. Can you pls explain what it means and how it can be treated?

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Consult ...  Read More

L4l5 disc bulge and left paracentral disc protusion with broad base at l5s1 with left compression and right paracentral disc protusion with broad base at l1l2 causing mild compression at right nerve root

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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

Broad based left paracentral /lateral protrusion of the L5/S1 intervertebral disc is seen ,abutting the ipsilateral traversing S1 nerve. disc bulge is seen at L4/L5 with posterocentral dominance,partly effacing the ipsilateral laterak recess and mildly encroaching on the ipsilateral inferior neral foramen

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Depends on your symptoms.. No one treats an MRI finding. Discuss with your orthopedic or spine surgeon. ...  Read More

With anterior thecal sac compression L4-L5 L5-S1 impinging on nerves. Can it ever be cured? What could be done? Please answer

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What complaints do you have.. Nerve root compression is usually due to disc prolapse. It is curable.. The treatment depends on the clinical condition.. If pain is minimal, it can be conserved with med ...  Read More

I have a heavy pain in right leg & unable to seat more than five minutes in one place/ position. I already done MRI report & its show 'right broad based posterior - central herniation' in report

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Kindly furnish the complete MRI report. ...  Read More

Posterior annular disc bulges with subtle tear ; dessication ; prolapse ( L5-S1 > L4-L5 ) noted at L4-L5 and L5-S1 with mild right paracentral and foraminal broad based protrusion indenting the ventral thecal sac causing b/l lateral recess narrowing with abutment over b/l traversing nerve roots ( more so at the right traversing

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

I have bulge disc and I want to know if chiropractor is best for bulge disc Please assist Pease

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Chriopractor I don't know it really helps bt it often does. Pls conslt Ortho doctor for disc bulge and go for it. It's the best thing. ...  Read More

For last 2 month, I feel pain on the right back and right leg. Went for MRI, as per the below MRI findings, I have problem in the left side only. But i never felt any kind of pain in left side till now. MRI results: At L3/L4, asymmetric broad-based disc bulge is indenting the thecal sac. Mild lumbar spondylosis with suggestion of left L5 pars def

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Hello, I can’t comment unless assessed physically. There is a possibility of muscle tightness which might be a cause for the discomfort in your left leg, But this can be confirmed by assessing it phys ...  Read More

I am 64 years old female. I am giving brief report of my MRI report on 2nd November 2017 .1.osteophytosis seen in c3 to c7 verterbral body.2.cervical Spondylolysis with compressive myelopathy in c4 c5 for which I underwent surgery on 7th Nov ( discectomy ) 3.Diffuse bulge is seen L4-L5 and L5-S1. 4.Broad based posterior disc bulge is seen in c6-c7

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Dizziness and unable to walk are usually not a part of cervical disc problems. You should also contact a physician check your blood pressure and vitamin levels ...  Read More

I have l3-l4 and l5-s1 disc bulge with foraminal narrowing. I feel pain in the inguinal area and the right side lower abdomen radiating to back. My CT scan reports are normal. Are the abdominal and inguinal pain due to disc bulge only ?

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No ...  Read More

I am 27 years old,i suffer with severe back pain for past 6 month,i took mri in that results i have a disc bulge,can this affect mensural cycle,am unmarried can I able to became a mom😭...can I able to cure this permanently

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Disc bulge cannot affect your menstrual cycle and definitely you can become a mom And yes this can be cured permanently Contact me for further details ...  Read More

Cervical MRI of spine report says : 1. Diffuse hard disc bulge at C3-4 level without root compression. 2. Mild posterior disc bulge at C4-5 and C5-6 levels without root compression. Symptoms : Pain in the palms , elbow and sometimes in pinky and ring fingers for both hands . Pain is more when hands are not straight. NCV and EMG tests are norm

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Better to consult ...  Read More

Hi Everyone, I’m reaching out for some guidance as I’m feeling extremely stressed and low. I’m a new mom to a 5-month-old baby and had a normal delivery. I had meniscus tear surgery 10 years ago and was advised to avoid high-impact activities, squatting, or sitting with folded legs due to ongoing wear and tear with small tear found out 3 years ag

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Clinical examination would give us a better idea regarding your spine issue .regarding your meniscus whether u had meniscuscectomy or meniscus repair..please mention it ...  Read More

Hi Everyone, I’m reaching out for some guidance as I’m feeling extremely stressed and low. I’m a new mom to a 5-month-old baby and had a normal delivery. I had meniscus tear surgery 10 years ago and was advised to avoid high-impact activities, squatting, or sitting with folded legs due to ongoing wear and tear with small tear found out 3 years ag

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You would be able to get normal life Just visit nearby orthopedic and get admission in hospital ...  Read More

I am. 20 years old and my disc between l4 and l5 is bulging outside due to dead lift . It started 5 months back and I thought it was just a normal back pain but due to heavy work during my sisters marriage the pain increased tremendously and now I am not able to walk and I can't even sit with a good posture. I have consulted many doctors and they c

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Suffering from L4-5 and L5-S1 disc herniation, C4-5 disc bulge and L4-5 lumbar stenosis last one year. Backache and leg pain. No numbness present. Medications only metlin M-75. Now what should I do ? Please give some opinion 🙏

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Do stretching exercises ...  Read More

Hello Doctor Please suggest me , Iam suffering from severe back pain I have done the MRI. It result in disc bulge L4-L5 and s1 . I have done many physiotherapies since three years I feeling the pain , can't stand long for ten minutes pls suggest what treatment will suits to lower my pain

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Want to see MRI reports for proper management ...  Read More

In 2019 i had an i jury and had lumbar disc bulge.Then in 2024 i had cervical disc bulge.then one month ago i had a thoracic disc bulge.Why am I having so much disc problems in my whole spine?

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You are young and there doesn’t appear to be a reason why you would have significant disc budges. There needs to be clinical assessment and further investigations to find out the cause. ...  Read More

Can I sit in the below attached image position for disc bulge please help so that I can make my Life style better

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Maintain posture Don’t Use too high pillow ...  Read More

Hi I want yo know whether I have any chance of disc bulge or herniated disc I have attached my xray below

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Loss of lordosis is seen. Please do an online consultation so I get a more detailed history and can guide you accordingly. ...  Read More

I have been suffering from pain in shoulder and left hand for 6 weeks ..along with tingling and numbness..how long does it take for all this to go away and the disc to heal itself..I have a disc bulge at c6-c7..and what all precautions need to be followed.. kindly help

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Please seek physiotherapy treatment for this. Try avoiding lifting, pulling etc. Can take around 8 to 12 weeks to settle ...  Read More

Focal annular disc bulge at c6-c7.. Having pain in the neck and shoulder..and also slight numbness from 5-6 weeks..what is the treatment for this ..and how long does it take to recover from this..?

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Your pain is so called cervical Radiculopathy, needs treatment and usage of cervical coller ...  Read More

I am having mild l4-l5 disc bulge and l5-s1 diffuse disc bulges with annular fissure. I need to travel 40kms including up and down in city with traffic. I need advice on which one should use a bike or scooty. I can't afford a car. public transport travelling time is high. I took the 3hrs journey. Kindly advise which one should use a bike or scooty.

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I would advise bike as it has better comfort compared to scooty .But be cautious and avoid sudden jerks ,although it is better to avoid it till you recover completely. ...  Read More

For disc bulges patients who travel 40km inclusion of up and down. which is one better scooty or bike. Please advise

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Public transport would be convenient ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I had a sharp pain in my right leg till knee on Dec 12th 2024, one doctor said it's lumbar spondylosis and gave me alsody for 30 days with other nerve relaxes but pain didn't go. After 2 weeks I went for siddha treatment and did some physiotherapy but didn't help completely(helped to an extent) Then I consulted a spine surgeon who

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You have a L4-5 disc prolapse (commonly called slipper disc) which is causing pressure on your nerves going to the leg. This pressure has happened due to the disc coming out of its place. The fact t ...  Read More

After mri it is showing that my all lumber dis has nominal bulges except for l4-l5 which has diffuse posterior bulge and affecting nerve roots. I have lower back pain and numbness in my left leg. . Can i ever go back to normal. I am only 25 . Can i live with this condition for life long?? Plzz help

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With a combination of medication and good physiotherapy with lifestyle changes 80 % of lumbar disc problems can be managed.The rest require some form of surgery ...  Read More

Hi, I am suffering from severe right leg thigh pain due to multiple disc bulge and narrow canal between L2-L3,L3-L4,L4-L5. Due to this my right is hurting a lot near thigh region and i am unable to walk. I underwent treatment with neuro surgeon. Doctor did an MRI of lower back and told please undergo medication and physio therapy . If still proble

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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine ...  Read More

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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Yes, safe.. but its not required always ...  Read More

Pain at the lower point of tail bone in spinal cord Disc bulge in the reports of MRI report Pain from hip to legs till knees at one side of body

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Hi... Should Try Conservative management. With rest and medications. Once pain reduces... Try back strengthening exercises. If pain very severe hampering daily activities and making it difficult to c ...  Read More

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