Question 1

mri shows minimal diffuse disc bulge at l5-s1 and mild anterior left s1 nerve root flattening. pain is intermittent and ranges from severe days to nothing. if this is minimal  is the reason it caused that much pain because its flattening a nerve?

Accepted Answer

: The pain is directly related to flattening the nerve. Minimal is all relative. It is really painful for you when it occurs but does go away intermittently. In the vast range of symptoms and disability that comes from the back with disc degeneration and nerve toot problems, that is minimal. Over time the disc will dry up and bulge less and hopefully cause less irritation of the nerve.

Question 2

mri says protusion at l5 s1 left greater than right s1 nerve root but pain is at right hip and leg  no pain at left side what treatment is  best .

Accepted Answer

Back pain: You are too young. Just take some over the counter Aleve (naproxen) 500mg 2x a day after food. Do proper back exercises which you can do after watching some free videos in the internet. Be patient and wait. It will take 2-6 weeks for it to heal on its own.

Question 3

mild narrowing of the left lateral recess with abutment of the descending left s1 nerve root. searing nerve pain in the feet and calves for 3 months?

Accepted Answer

You may benefit: from a transforaminal epidural steroid injection you should be evaluated by a physician trained in interventional pain treatments

Question 4

what are the symptoms of a bad s1 nerve root?

Accepted Answer

S1 injury: S1 injury would present as pain in the back of the leg, decreased plantar flexion strength(diff standing on tippi-toes) and decreased ankle reflex.
Hope this helps.

Question 5

does a pinched first sacral nerve root (s1) cause pain when you sit down?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: A pinched s1 nerve root can send radiating pain down the leg to the outsife of the foot.  Sitting does cause increased disc pressure which can increase the pressure on the nerve. A pinched nerve usually responds to convervative treatment-nsaid's, pnysical therapy and chiropractic treatment. Any loss of bowel or bladder control means heading to the er immediately. Consult your physician.

Question 6

hi doctors, can you tell me what is s1 nerve root compression?

Accepted Answer

S1 compression: S1 nerve root compression usually comes from a herniated l5/s1 disc.  It causes pain in the back of the leg, decreased plantar flexion and decreased ankle reflex.
Hope that helps.

Question 7

what does disk material at least abuts the thecal sac and right transiting s1 nerve root without obvious mass effect mean?

Accepted Answer

Disk against nerve: Without seeing you, or you diagnostic exam, the finding does not mean much. To make a diagnosis a careful medical history and physical examination is required to frame the results of your test. The best person to ask is your doctor. They can determine what the findings mean, and what may be done next.

Question 8

hi! i have a moderate size central disc protrusion abutting the s1 nerve root bilaterally.is it treatable ? can i go to gym? thank u very much!

Accepted Answer

Low back pain: Work on strengthening your core muscles (low back and abdomen) through a low impact routine.  Stretching is very important and can include traction, knees to chest, pelvic tilts, etc.  A medicine ball is a good tool.  These exercises can be guided by a therapist or chiropractor with other modalities as well.  More aggressive options include cortisone injections.  See your doctor for advice.

Question 9

i have a disk protrusion and the disk material is touching the thecal sac and s1 nerve root does this mean it is pinching sciatic nerve?

Accepted Answer

Relative terms: The disc touching the nerve does not necessarily mean it is pinching the nerve , but it can be a source ot irritation.

The ligaments in the back are damaged and let the pressure get on the disc to make it bulge. 

Prolotherapy can restore stability and relieve the pain permanently.
Visi twww.Getprolo.Com or www.Aaomed.Org for a doctor to help you.

Question 10

interpret-please.mild broad-based disc bulge l5-s1 may contact s1 nerve root emerging from dural sac. 2 nerve roots don't appear compressed.

Accepted Answer

Back pain: It means the person who got this done was complaining of back pain probably with some radiation down one of the legs or perhaps even both. Symptoms of numbness, tingling, or burning pain may also be part of this picture. The MRI report is suggesting there is a bulging disc, which is not a hernia, which may be causing irritation of nerve fibers while not physically squeezing them.

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Mri shows minimal diffuse disc bulge at l5-s1 and mild anterior left s1 nerve root flattening. pain is intermittent and ranges from severe days to nothing. if this is minimal is the reason it caused that much pain because its flattening a nerve?

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Mri says protusion at l5 s1 left greater than right s1 nerve root but pain is at right hip and leg no pain at left side what treatment is best .

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Mild narrowing of the left lateral recess with abutment of the descending left s1 nerve root. searing nerve pain in the feet and calves for 3 months?

A member asked:

What are the symptoms of a bad s1 nerve root?

A member asked:

Does a pinched first sacral nerve root (s1) cause pain when you sit down?

A member asked:

Hi doctors, can you tell me what is s1 nerve root compression?

A member asked:

What does disk material at least abuts the thecal sac and right transiting s1 nerve root without obvious mass effect mean?

A member asked:

Hi! i have a moderate size central disc protrusion abutting the s1 nerve root bilaterally.is it treatable ? can i go to gym? thank u very much!

A member asked:

I have a disk protrusion and the disk material is touching the thecal sac and s1 nerve root does this mean it is pinching sciatic nerve?

A member asked:

Interpret-please.mild broad-based disc bulge l5-s1 may contact s1 nerve root emerging from dural sac. 2 nerve roots don't appear compressed.

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