Question 1

what is the definition or description of: spinal cord compression?

Accepted Answer

Could be dangerous : Spinal cord compression develops when the spinal cord is compressed by bone fragments from a vertebral fracture, a tumor, abscess, ruptured intervertebral disc or other lesion. It is regarded as a medical emergency independent of its cause, and requires swift diagnosis and treatment to prevent long-term disability due to irreversible spinal cord injury.

Question 2

i have spinal cord compression at level t10 to t12. i can take small steps not much at all. would like more info on this and prognoses please.

Accepted Answer

?surgical decompress: Do you have signs of lumbar stenosis?  Are you experiencing bladder or bowel problems.  Is your stenosis at t-10 to t-12 the only focal problem.  See a neurological surgeon, evaluate the potential for surgical relief.  If you do nothing, the prognosis could be indeed dismal.  Please get proactive and seek treatment.

Question 3

can 12 months of spinal cord compression in the c5/6 and c6/7 cause permanent damage?

Accepted Answer

Depends on Cause: Spinal cord compression occurs when something is pressing down on the nerves so that they do not function properly. Depending on the cause and location of the compression a person could experience, numbness, pain and loss of motor function if severe. A sudden loss of motor function is significant and should not be ignored.  Constant compression can cause permanent damage.

Question 4

what is the difference between spinal cord compression & spinal stenosis? can you have one without the either?

Accepted Answer

Spinal stenosis is: an abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal,usually due to degenerative arthritic.  Since the cord runs through the canal, spinal stenosis can cause compression of the cord. But, anything that can press on the cord can cause cord compression, for example, tumor, disc herniation, displaced fracture, hematoma, and instability can also cause cord compression. You don't need stenosis to have compression

Question 5

please tell me, could spinal cord compression cause psychosis?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: Compression if the cord would more likely produce weakness, pain or paralysis.   Adverse reactions to medications used to treat the symptoms of compression could produce psychosis.

Question 6

is still classed as spinal cord compression if the cord is only pressed again anteriorly in flexion - with csf space behind?

Accepted Answer

Spinal cord : Your specific health concerns are best answered by seeing a doctor in person. Spinal cord compression usually means that there is constant pressure on the cord without regard to position. A displaced disc can temporally apply pressure on the spinal cord and cause symptoms and objective changes like weakness based on the change in position.

Question 7

can acupuncturist or chiropractor solve the problem of spinal cord compression?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: If you are having symptoms (problems) relating to cord compression (numbness, tingling, weakness, poor hand control, trouble walking, bladder control issues), you should consider urgent consultation with a spinal surgeon. Call your primary doctor, or go to the nearest urgent care or emergency room.

Question 8

can you tell me about spinal cord compression, radiculopathy and brachial neuritis. what i would like to know i?

Accepted Answer

Radiculopathy : Spinal cord compression is often caused by a combination of a herniated disc and bone spurs (osteophytes). Radiculopathy is a compression of the nerve root as it exits the spinal canal.  Brachial neuritis (Parsonage Turner Syndrome) is inflammation of the nerves that have already exited the spinal canal but have not reached their target muscle group.

Question 9

3mm herniated in both t6-t7 and t7-t8 with mild spinal cord compression . also some of my thoracic disks are degenerated. is this serious?

Accepted Answer

The cord compression: The cord involvement is the real issue. You should see a neurosurgeon. If the cord is compressed. You may have to have a surgical intervention

Question 10

what are symptoms of spinal cord compression?  neck and  shoulder have been tight but improving with pt and mt.  dull sensation down 1 arm and leg .

Accepted Answer

Severe pain locally: Or radiating pain, numbness weakness.

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I have spinal cord compression at level t10 to t12. i can take small steps not much at all. would like more info on this and prognoses please.

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Can 12 months of spinal cord compression in the c5/6 and c6/7 cause permanent damage?

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What is the difference between spinal cord compression & spinal stenosis? can you have one without the either?

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Please tell me, could spinal cord compression cause psychosis?

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Is still classed as spinal cord compression if the cord is only pressed again anteriorly in flexion - with csf space behind?

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Can acupuncturist or chiropractor solve the problem of spinal cord compression?

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Can you tell me about spinal cord compression, radiculopathy and brachial neuritis. what i would like to know i?

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3mm herniated in both t6-t7 and t7-t8 with mild spinal cord compression . also some of my thoracic disks are degenerated. is this serious?

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What are symptoms of spinal cord compression? neck and shoulder have been tight but improving with pt and mt. dull sensation down 1 arm and leg .

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