Question 1

what exactly is a disk protrusion and is it the same as herniation.

Accepted Answer

Yes: When the fibrous ring called the annulus breaks, the softer disc material can bulge out or herniate.

Question 2

can disk protrusions cause as much pain and problems as disk herniations?

Accepted Answer

Yes many may use-: -the word interchangeably. Best to see an orthopedist who is fellowship trained in spine.

Question 3

posterior disc protrusion at lumbar4?

Accepted Answer

Usually time heals: 90% of disc herniations including extrusions heal over time without surgery.  One study looked at mris in people with symptomatic disc herniations & then repeated a MRI 6 months later & the disc herniation was no longer present or significantly reduced in size.  For most, it is not only the actual compression of the nerve by the disc, but the inflammation caused by the herniation that resolves.

Question 4

what is a broad based disc protrusion?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Typically this means a slipped or herniated disc that is not focal but with a broad base of less than 25% of the entire disk.

Question 5

how critical is a tiny central disc protrusion?

Accepted Answer

Depends on symptoms: It depends on your symptoms. I would not expect a tiny central disc protrusion to cause symptoms. The specific symptoms you are looking for would be radiating leg pains or arm pains or numbness and tingling down the arms or legs.

Question 6

what is a central disc protrusion? how is it treated?

Accepted Answer

In my opinion: I consider this to be an asymptomatic incidental finding it should be treated with reassurance

Question 7

what gender and age group are most likely to be affected by disc protrusion?

Accepted Answer

It can affect any --: gender and the usual age group that get it is probably from 15-70 yrs,. I am sure other authorities would cite our figures.

Question 8

i have multiple level disc degenerations and protrusions, and wonder who to go to for help?

Accepted Answer

Sort it out : It depends on what your symptoms are and what treatments you've had so far. Its also important for you to spend some time doctor with your doctor to pinpoint the pain generator(s).

Question 9

please explain what gender and age group are more likely to be affected by disc protrusion?

Accepted Answer

30s and older: However typically can be seen at any age depending on reason of pain.  But generally seen in older patients and typically those with high levels of activity at their job like manual labor and athletes even.

Question 10

please explain which gender and age group are more likely to be affected by disc protrusion?

Accepted Answer

30s and older: Any age but the older you are the more likely this will occur.

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What exactly is a disk protrusion and is it the same as herniation.

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Posterior disc protrusion at lumbar4?

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How critical is a tiny central disc protrusion?

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What is a central disc protrusion? how is it treated?

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What gender and age group are most likely to be affected by disc protrusion?

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I have multiple level disc degenerations and protrusions, and wonder who to go to for help?

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Please explain what gender and age group are more likely to be affected by disc protrusion?

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Please explain which gender and age group are more likely to be affected by disc protrusion?

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