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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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Rest for 3 days No exercise Pain will subside ...  Read More

I have posterior small disc protrusion at l5s1 and minor degenerative disc disease .i cant stand more than 30 min ..and after prolonged sitting makes my pain more .. can this be cured by your treatment ?..

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It's just mild, yes I can cure you ...  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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Looks like you need to take good Physiotherapy and regular exercise may help if not consult orthopaedic/Spine surgeon ...  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

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

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

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

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

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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In acute pain , avoid exercises.. Long travel , abnormal posture, lifting weights can trigger pain . Take medication and physio IFT and ULTRASONIC THERAPY During pain Once pain subsided continue stren ...  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

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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Depending upon the type of protrusion treatment is done . So without proper details treatment can't be done. But for now you can do some physiotherapy. ...  Read More

Treatment for disc space narrowing for 21 year girl ? Why disc space narrowing occurs how to cure it

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This is called disc degeneration. Due to stress and strain to the disc causes this narrowing of disc space. Treatment depends upon how much is if affecting after complete examination ...  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

My name is Phani, I am 25 years old and suffering from disc bulge. Can anyone suggest any best Ayurvedic treatment that will cure disc bulge? And I've taken MRI in that results Mild posterior disc bulge causing thecal sac indentation and minimal bilateral neural foraminal narrowing at L3-L4 level. Diffuse disc bulge with postero-central protrusion

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Start proper ayurvedic medicine.. To get rid of this problem.. Few exercises needs to be done... ...  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 nearby doctor Required proper evaluation and regular medicine with lifestyle modifications and physiotherapy ...  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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Send photo of mri films Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt ...  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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You need consultation by Orthopaedic surgeon physiotherapist cannot interpret diagnose and prescribe and advice medical treatment Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma ...  Read More

I have a chronic disc bulge at L4L5. Earlier I used to do exercises which were a combination of extension & flexion & was doing ok. But in my latest mri, ligamentum flavum thickening is noted at L4L5 but AP canal diameter is 16 mm & normal. Back feels stiff while doing extension exercises... Should I now totally avoid extension exercise

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Nothing to get worry, start streching exercises to relax and release the muscle and jts , then go for strengthening exercises, But walking, u can start from day 1 with hotfomentation also , if u know ...  Read More

My mother is suffering from slip disc problem.Pain from lower back to Right leg and tingling in both legs below knee. She is talking allopathy treatment but no much improvement. Doctor is saying for surgery but we are not going for surgical procedure as she is old age 60 years. I am planning to go for homoeopathic treatment (1) Is there complete a

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100% safe and complete cure .... There are very effective homoeopathic medicines available for sciatica nd slip disc .. Homoeopathic medicines provide complete cure with out any side effects.... Patie ...  Read More

My sister facing sever back pain ,when we visited to our nearest doctor he told that she is having Disc bulge with mild protrusion at L2 ,L3 ,L4 level with adiquiate spina canal and neural foramina. Can you please suggest for the permanent solution.Thanks.

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Consultation with a orthopaedic surgeon is advisable ...  Read More

C3 C4 to C5 C6 levels causing indentation over thecal sac Mild loss of lumbar lordosis Disc protrusion at level L4-L5 causing indentation over thecal sac T2 hyper intense area in D9 body-? Lipo hemangioma Partial disintegration seen in intervertebral discs MRI of cervical spine and with screening of whole spine Please state proper medications

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Consult Ortho for nerve repair, and muscle relaxation then followed by Physiotherapy and it’s rest conservative management. ...  Read More

Is ayurvedic massage treatment dangerous for disc bulge and disc protrusion and castellvi type 3 complete sacrilization

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Yes. ...  Read More

Iam experiencing right hand shoulder blade & upper back right side pain from 3 months.No injury, no numbness,normal bowel movement.Taking lupirtin, tapal,pregalin, tolifast tablets from 5 days. Please see my MRI reports. What is the treatment for this.cord indentation means spinal cord indentation? Please explain my reports, is this serious? a

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Visit a neurosurgeon for clinical evaluation and management ...  Read More

Hi, I need advice if surgery is required if L5 S1 disc protrusion ia pressing any nerve ans I am feeling pain in right buttock and numbness in right leg thigh Or It can be healed without surgery

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Before going to surgery my advice treat your problem by homoeopathic medicine along with physiotherapy I hope you will get relief, you may contact me with your MRI report ,whats app no nine two three ...  Read More

I have been detected with Prolapsed intervertebral disc LBP with left radiculopathy Please suggest me the best exercises to get it cure completely

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Hi, Radiculopathy is involvement of the nerves coming out of your spine which also involves sensory loss and muscle weakness... Radiculitis on the other hand is nerve related symptoms without any sen ...  Read More

Had a traumatic fall on 11/01/20.. Pain had decreased gradually... Conservatively treated... Wore Taylors brace belt for two months... Now on LS belt... Previously I used to smoke... But now I don't smoke... Now I feel pain in my lower back in the L4 or L5 area and just to the side of that while getting up from sitting position or from bed. Or dur

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https://www.practo.com/jaipur/doctor/dr-sachin-jain-orthopedist ...  Read More

Hi Doctor How do I know if my disc is healing do I need for one more MRI or some symptoms can guide me. Regards Briston

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Hello sir, Needs proper history and clinical discussion, please consult on my personal app, its completely free. http://arth.link/drortho ...  Read More

Hi I have cervical disc protrusion at C3-C4, can I drive bike , or should wait till it resolves Regards Briston

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Hello sir, To guide you better needs to see your mri . Pls send your mri on https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tech.arth.drjaideepgaver ...  Read More

Hi will swimming help to heal the Cervical disc protrusion C3-C4 Please advice Regards Briston

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Yes, it would.. But better to visit nearby physiotherapist first.. Learn the specific exercises & then start with swimming with proper guidance ...  Read More

Hi How much will it take to heal a cervical Disc protrusion C3-C4. I have tickling and current like feeling in the left side And numbness when I wake up in morning only last 2 fingers. Regards Briston

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That is a vague question. The time for recovery would depend on the level of disc protrusion. Kindly share your MRI report. ...  Read More

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