Question 1

what does a concentric disc bulge with superimposed central disc protrusion and an midline annular fissure mean?

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Disc bulge: It sounds like a description by a radiologist after MRI showing degeneration of a disk, with bulging of the outer part of the disc, similar to a jelly filled donut.
The protrusion usually means that some of the jelly is almost protruding or coming out through the outer part of the donut (or disk in this case).  This could be a source of low back pain, or leg pain if the bulging is close to a nerv

Question 2

at c5 there is a broad based disc bulge with a superimposed central disc protrusion which results in moderate central canal narroeingis what is this?

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Cervical disc injury: The disc has a bulge and superimposed protrusion.  Discs are somewhat like a tire.  If you see a bulge on the side of a tire that is still holding air, that is a protrusion or herniation.  That disc is likely causing you neck pain, possibly arm pain/weakness/tingling/numbness and possibly headaches.  The central narrowing is not necessarily significant yet.  This is a significant injury.

Question 3

can min. broadbased disc bulge at c3-4 & broadbased disc bulge w/superimposed central disc protrusion and endplate spurring at c6-7 cause torticollis?

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Other way: No.  Actually,  it is usually the other way around;  torticollis causes excess wear and tear of the discs and joints, leading to early degeneration.  Torticollis is caused by the abnormal implementation of motor programs in the brain.  The spine is an innocent bystander.

Question 4

c6-c7 broad based disc osteophyte complex with a superimposed focal central disc protrusion causing canal stenosis measuring 8.5mm. there is complete obliteration of the anterior posterior thecal sac space. there is mild anterior deformity.

Accepted Answer

Pinched nerve: This is another way to say that you have a "pinched nerve" in your neck.  This can potentially cause neck pain, headaches, and/or pain that radiates into the arm.  Don't hesitate to be seen as there are many good treatment options.

Question 5

i need help understanding mri results. can someone decipher, "mild ddd, desiccation of narrowing, minimal bulge, minimal superimposed posterior central disc protrusion, annular tear, short pedicles, minimal central canal stenosis. patent foramina."?

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Your doctor would: S/he is the only person who can explain those findings in the MRI in line with your clinical condition and why the study was ordered, best wishes

Question 6

how critical is a tiny central disc protrusion?

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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 7

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

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

Question 8

is there a difference between central disc protrusion and bilateral sciatica?

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A large central-: -protrusion can effect both R &amp; L nerve roots leading 2 bilateral sciatica. Also it depends on how large your boney canal &amp; the level of the protruding disk.

Question 9

what does this mean? l-5 s-1 there is central disc protrusion which contacts the thecal sac and bilateral facet degenerative change thickening flavum

Accepted Answer

Let me explain: S1 nerve impingement (at the L5 – s1 level) from a herniated disc may cause loss of the ankle reflex and/or weakness in ankle push off (patients cannot do toe rises). Numbness and pain can radiate down to the sole or outside of the foot.
In your case the problem will be on both sides.

Question 10

disc protrusion measures 15mm medial lateral 6mm an anteroposterior causes contact with ventral cord and central canal stenosis?

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Depends : The herniation size is important. However the symptoms are what dictate the treatment. Stenosis can cause weakness, pain, cramps..Ect. When conservative measures fail to allow a person to return to the activities of daily living...It's time to consider speaking with a spinal surgeon.

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Superimposed central disc protrusion

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What does a concentric disc bulge with superimposed central disc protrusion and an midline annular fissure mean?

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At c5 there is a broad based disc bulge with a superimposed central disc protrusion which results in moderate central canal narroeingis what is this?

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Can min. broadbased disc bulge at c3-4 & broadbased disc bulge w/superimposed central disc protrusion and endplate spurring at c6-7 cause torticollis?

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C6-c7 broad based disc osteophyte complex with a superimposed focal central disc protrusion causing canal stenosis measuring 8.5mm. there is complete obliteration of the anterior posterior thecal sac space. there is mild anterior deformity.

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I need help understanding mri results. can someone decipher, "mild ddd, desiccation of narrowing, minimal bulge, minimal superimposed posterior central disc protrusion, annular tear, short pedicles, minimal central canal stenosis. patent foramina."?

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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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Is there a difference between central disc protrusion and bilateral sciatica?

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What does this mean? l-5 s-1 there is central disc protrusion which contacts the thecal sac and bilateral facet degenerative change thickening flavum

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Disc protrusion measures 15mm medial lateral 6mm an anteroposterior causes contact with ventral cord and central canal stenosis?

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