Question 1

what can i  do osteophyte formation identify level 4 and 5 vertebra height loss. retrolisthesis with endplate sclerosis been placed on pain pills that is causing hickups still unable after 2 weeks to walk normal?

Accepted Answer

Surgery: Depending on each case, the size of the osteophyte, the damage in the vertebrae and discs people can correct those defects with surgery.
I recommend visiting a orthopedist to evaluate your options.
I hope this helps.

Question 2

i have pain in the spine column for 3 months, between the 5 and 8  thoracal vertebraes.the pain is just in the vertebrae, in the bone.what causes it?

Accepted Answer

Muscle strain,: Arthritis, slipped disc, pinched nerve  etc are possible causes. Take care!

Question 3

are there any alternatives to vertebra fusion?

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Depends on the prob: Depends on the problem. You generally want to save surgery as the last treatment. Then, if you have a pure disc problem, a disc replacement may be a good alternative to fusion.  If you only have a nerve compression problem, a decompressive procedure may be best. Fusion is best for instability  and arthritic pain.

Question 4

one of my vertebra is pushed in! what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Dose it bother you: If dose not bother you do not do any thing about it.
If dose bother go  and see orthopedics spine specialist to find out what could be done about it.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: vertebra?

Accepted Answer

We have 33 of them: Any of the bones that make up the vertebral column. Each vertebra contains an arched, hollow section through which the spinal cord passes. In humans, the vertebrae are divided into cervical, thoracic, and lumbar sections, and the sacrum and coccyx are both made up of a series of fused vertebrae. The vertebrae are separated by cartilaginous intervertebral disks.

Question 6

can a  vertebra.tha has been fused together and healed crooked be broke and reset. my back now bows outward and i constantly get stares. please help m?

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Back deformity: I think it could be done but high-risk surgery probably. Go to the neurosurgeon and get evaluated.

Question 7

what are symptoms of a fractured vertebra?

Accepted Answer

Back pain : With sitting and standing better lying down.

Question 8

what is degenerative bony structures, including trace physiological wedging of midthoracic vertebra?

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: Generically, "degenerative" implies a chronic wear and tear arthritic process, which typically involves joint structure over a period of time.  Biological variation results in more intense changes in some at an earlier age.  The "wedging" may be an indication of prior trauma to the thoracic vertebral body, and represents likely an acute event solely.  Discuss correlative significance with your doc

Question 9

i feel under my fingertips that one vertebra sticks out (not to left or right, just sticks out) in the middle back. i feel good. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Spine: if you are thin, you are more likely to feel the spinous processes of your spine. There is one that typically juts out near the base of the neck, where the cervical and thoracic vertebrae meet. Similarly, some people have one that is more prominent lower down, where the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae meet. 
Find out if family members have the same thing. Often genetic shape.

Question 10

what is disc decompression? read decompressing maneuvers to vertebra can add 3 ins permanent height in adults. is this same as chiropract adjustments?

Accepted Answer

Varies: The term disc decompression is used to describe a number of spinal interventions.  It is most commonly used to describe a type of traction performed on the spine, often with the spine in a flexed position.  It can be done on a specialized traction table or using a computerized machine.  While it can help in symptom relief, it could not permanently add three inches in height to an adult patient.

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What can i do osteophyte formation identify level 4 and 5 vertebra height loss. retrolisthesis with endplate sclerosis been placed on pain pills that is causing hickups still unable after 2 weeks to walk normal?

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I have pain in the spine column for 3 months, between the 5 and 8 thoracal vertebraes.the pain is just in the vertebrae, in the bone.what causes it?

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Are there any alternatives to vertebra fusion?

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One of my vertebra is pushed in! what should i do?

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What is the definition or description of: vertebra?

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Can a vertebra.tha has been fused together and healed crooked be broke and reset. my back now bows outward and i constantly get stares. please help m?

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What are symptoms of a fractured vertebra?

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What is degenerative bony structures, including trace physiological wedging of midthoracic vertebra?

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I feel under my fingertips that one vertebra sticks out (not to left or right, just sticks out) in the middle back. i feel good. should i be worried?

A member asked:

What is disc decompression? read decompressing maneuvers to vertebra can add 3 ins permanent height in adults. is this same as chiropract adjustments?

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