Question 1

i have osteopenia in lumbar spine. been having low back discomfort and an odd tingly feeling at times. is it from the osteopenia?

Accepted Answer

No: Osteopenia simply means low bone density.  This does not cause back pain, but does increase the probability of having a fracture.  However, at your age, the only treatment would be to make sure you are getting enough calcium, vit d, and exercise.

Question 2

what is lumbar spine straightening?

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Decrease in : The normal curvature of the lower back which places disproportionate amount of force on the lower lumbar disks and joints leading to accelerated degeneration of these structures compared to ones with a normal curvature.

Question 3

what can i used for pinched nerve in the lumbar spine

Accepted Answer

Pinched nerve: The answer depends on the meaning of the pinched nerve. I need further information to comment on this. A complete neurological exam is necessary to make sure there is no ruptured disc or other symptoms like pain radiating to legs. If it means simple low back due to muscle spasm, then simple stretches, ibuprofen, and moist heat may help. But i need further medical information regarding pinch nerve.

Question 4

buldging disks in my lumbar spine, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Depends if they are: Causing problems. A study of asymptomatic patients (no pain or other issues) showed that roughly 40% have bulging or mildly herniated discs and no issues. You may want to be more careful and work on core strengthening to help support those discs. Exercise, hydrate, and keep in shape and as long as you don't notice symptoms, you may just be part of that 40%!

Question 5

can lumbar spine epidural injections really work for anyone?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: They work better to treat conditions with nerve compression but not as well to just treat back pain.

Question 6

what do i do about an injury from lumbar spine hyperextension?

Accepted Answer

Rehabiliatation: Most hyper-extension lumbar injuries respond with conservative measures, including anti-inflammatory meds, therapy, and time. Sometimes bone injury, such as spondylolysis, can occur which may require more aggressive treatments sometimes years after the initial injury.

Question 7

please explain simply what facet syndrome of lumbar spine means?

Accepted Answer

Pain in the low back: Spine vertebra look like a dense circle of bone with an Eiffel Tower sitting atop. Spinal cord lies between the legs of the tower, and discs sit over the body (dense circle of bone). towers touch at the bases at FACETS, joints, which glide with spine movements. As these become worn (arthritic) movement causes inflammation. Spinal nerves exit the cord behind the bodies.  All get irritated and pain.

Question 8

how many x-ray shots (views) are taken for an x-ray of lumbar spine?

Accepted Answer

Usually 3: A front or AP view, a side view, and a side view where the lumbar spine connects to the sacrum.

Question 9

what exercises can i do for my curved lumbar spine so to relieve the stiffness?

Accepted Answer

Core stabilization: I would need a lot more info, but in general a good core, trunk stabilizers, and low back muscles therapy program should help.  The stronger all your muscles are surrounding the spine, the less force gets exerted across it.  Stretches are important too for stiffness.  I don't have enough space to type them out, but a physical therapist could help.

Question 10

what is degenerate disc diease of the lumbar spine. will i lose the ability to ealk?

Accepted Answer

This means wear and : Tear changes of the disc with aging but can be associated with a family history, spine injury, obesity, smoking and being deconditioned.  Sometimes, this can lead to back pain similar to an arthritic condition.  Over time, it can lead to a narrowing of the spinal canal &/or nerve root exit holes (foramen) leading to spinal stenosis which can cause nerve compression leading to symptoms or signs.

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I have osteopenia in lumbar spine. been having low back discomfort and an odd tingly feeling at times. is it from the osteopenia?

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What can i used for pinched nerve in the lumbar spine

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Buldging disks in my lumbar spine, should i be concerned?

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Can lumbar spine epidural injections really work for anyone?

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What do i do about an injury from lumbar spine hyperextension?

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Please explain simply what facet syndrome of lumbar spine means?

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How many x-ray shots (views) are taken for an x-ray of lumbar spine?

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What exercises can i do for my curved lumbar spine so to relieve the stiffness?

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What is degenerate disc diease of the lumbar spine. will i lose the ability to ealk?

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