Question 1

desiccated disks from l2-s1. l5-s1 spondylolysis modic i, pain radiating laterally, not down legs.  pain no longer tolerable, ex ballet. alif or plif?

Accepted Answer

Sagittal balance: The SPORT trial (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19487505) demonstrated that patients with degenerative spondylolisthesis associated with spinal stenosis who received surgery (either laminectomy or fusion + laminectomy) showed significant improvement in pain scales.  You may benefit from a fusion to correct lumbar lordosis.  Would you be able to upload a saggital image of your lumbar spine?

Question 2

please explain: t12 to s1 the intervertebral disks are dessicated w/a decrease in signal intensity and decrease in disc height at l2/3 level. ty.

Accepted Answer

Disk degeneration: The disk is made of two types of cartilage: a softer inner nucleus pulposis and a fibrous stiffer annulus fibrosis.  As we age, the connective tissue of the body dries out and becomes stiffer, producing wrinkles and bulges in our skin.  Other parts of our body sag and bulge as we age, including disks. Disk degeneration is part of the normal aging process past adolescence, as seen on your MRI.

Question 3

how effective is dry needling ?

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It can be very: Effective for trigger or ashi points.

Question 4

what does a herniating disk feel like?

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You wont feel it: Herniated discs are associated with aging. Many are asymptomatic. Disc herniation develop over time and you will not know that you have one without appropriate studies.

Question 5

is degenerated disk desease a disability?

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Depends: The term "lumbar degenerative disc disease" is a very broad and non-specific category with varying levels of severity and symptoms.  Most patients are not classified as "disabled" due to the problem. There may be lifting and work restrictions given by your doctor which can be classified as "impairments".Impai.

Question 6

hello how are u i am trying to figure out why i am always dry

Accepted Answer

Vaginal?: Multiple issues: Get a GYN evaluation. Try prolonged ( 20-30 minute) foreplay and get examined to rule out infection or inflammation. Try to identify which sexual/genitial areas of your body are most sensitive and remember that stress,tension or anxiety can play a role.

Question 7

what is dry stroke?

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Ischemic: Dry stroke is a misnomer used for ischemic stroke that means interruption of blood supply to the brain due to a clot or an embolus. On the other hand, a hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding into the brain) will be an example of the wet stroke. 
See dr. Levine's brief discussion for further details - http://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=_djquiubh0e.

Question 8

whats a disk herniation?

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Rupture: The disc is that structure that is placed between each vertebra. It acts as a cushion that help absorb shocks from the axial loading of the spine.  A herniation indicates that the annular or outer fibers of the disc cannot no longer contain the soft nucleus pulposus. It is like a hole in a tube of tooth paste that develope a hole. The paste begin to push out thru the hole onto the nerve.

Question 9

dry kidney what is this?

Accepted Answer

Dry kidney: Dry kidneys are a sign of dehydration

Question 10

what is prolapsed disc or disk?

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Prolapsed Disc: A prolapsed disc is a situation where the squishy center of a spinal disc (the nucleus) makes its way out through tears or fissures in the tougher outer disc fibers (annulus) due to ongoing repetitive or one significant force, more easily with age related degeneration.  This may be a painful situation, and may or may not involve the nerve or spinal cord structures nearby (depending on the region).

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Desiccated disks from l2-s1. l5-s1 spondylolysis modic i, pain radiating laterally, not down legs. pain no longer tolerable, ex ballet. alif or plif?

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Please explain: t12 to s1 the intervertebral disks are dessicated w/a decrease in signal intensity and decrease in disc height at l2/3 level. ty.

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How effective is dry needling ?

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Hello how are u i am trying to figure out why i am always dry

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Dry kidney what is this?

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