Question 1

degenerative endplate change at c3/c4 and c5/c6 levels. no widening of the prevertebral soft tissue space.  no significant neural foraminal compromise on right side, left side prominent osteophytes encroach into the neural foramen at the c5/c6 level?

Accepted Answer

Wear &amp; tear: This report is describing wear and tear type arthritic changes that are common in many people as they age. Have you had previous old injuries or played a heavy contact sport? The osteophytes are bony growths that go along with this type of arthritis. The neural foramen is where the nerves come out of your spine so could explain pain you may get from your neck in the outer aspect of your arm.

Question 2

my neck xray findings:there is straightening of the cervical lordosis without compression deformity or listhesis. disc spaces are maintained.no bony encroachment of neural foramina noted. no focal prevertebral soft tissue swelling. what does it mean?

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: Translation= your neck is straighter than expected because the muscles are tensed. The process does not show abnormalities, only stiff muscles.

Question 3

what does it mean neck x-ray report. no fractures or subluxation visualized. cervical spine straightening. no prevertebral soft tissue swelling. open mouth view is limited by overlying bony structures. ?

Accepted Answer

Cervical: Sounds like an entirely normal X-ray. All cervical spines straighten out in cray or MRI done supine. Alternatively could be indication of some cervical muscle spasm causing splinting and thus straightening of the spine.

Question 4

went for spine x-ray. can you translate this line. the prevertebral soft tissues and airway are unremarkable. what does this mean.?

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UR Normal: It just means the muscles, ligaments, airway and organs in front of the spine in your neck look normal.

Question 5

cervical spine x-ray results show prevertebral soft tissues are unremarkable.  what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Nothing bad: If the prevertebral soft tissues were swollen, it could indicate that there was a fracture that the X ray did not pick up. The lack of swelling is a reassuring sign. Hope this helps!

Question 6

what is "soft tissue abnormality?"

Accepted Answer

Nonspecific: Term. It refers to something abnormal is the soft tissues (muscle, skin, etc.) as opposed to an abnormality in the bone or bowel. The phrase alone provides no significant information and requires further elaboration.

Question 7

what is soft tissue edema?

Accepted Answer

Anything other than: Anything other than bone is considered to be soft tissue. Usually one sees soft tissue edema or water swelling in the lower extremities especially when you press a finger into the skin, you leave an indent that goes away in a few minutes.

Question 8

what is a soft tissue injury?

Accepted Answer

Bruises, etc....: Soft tissue is a collective term applied to injury of skin, the fat and layers beneath the skin, but also can include the muscles, ligaments , tendons and even nerves if passing through that area. It is a colloquial term rather than a specific medical term that would accurately describe an injury.

Question 9

what is a soft tissue lesion?

Accepted Answer

Soft tissue: soft tissue lesion is something that normally does not belong at that location but its exact etiology is not known. Usually a persistent lesion will warrant an excision or biopsy to establish its cellular nature

Question 10

can i massage a soft tissue injury?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: It depends upon the type of injury.  Fresh injuries in particular can get worse with massage.  A good general rule is that if it hurts more with massage, don't do it.

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Degenerative endplate change at c3/c4 and c5/c6 levels. no widening of the prevertebral soft tissue space. no significant neural foraminal compromise on right side, left side prominent osteophytes encroach into the neural foramen at the c5/c6 level?

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My neck xray findings:there is straightening of the cervical lordosis without compression deformity or listhesis. disc spaces are maintained.no bony encroachment of neural foramina noted. no focal prevertebral soft tissue swelling. what does it mean?

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What does it mean neck x-ray report. no fractures or subluxation visualized. cervical spine straightening. no prevertebral soft tissue swelling. open mouth view is limited by overlying bony structures. ?

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Went for spine x-ray. can you translate this line. the prevertebral soft tissues and airway are unremarkable. what does this mean.?

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Cervical spine x-ray results show prevertebral soft tissues are unremarkable. what does this mean?

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What is "soft tissue abnormality?"

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What is soft tissue edema?

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What is a soft tissue injury?

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What is a soft tissue lesion?

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Can i massage a soft tissue injury?

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