Question 1

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

Or radiating pain, numbness weakness.

Question 2

Had an mri of my cervical spine done. results says mild disc bulge that abuts the right ventral surface of the thecal sac. does this mean i have spinal cord compression ?

Accepted Answer

Your description of the MRI depicts a minor disc abnormality which does not compress the spinal cord or emerging nerve roots, and indeed would be quite unlikely to cause any profound symptoms or signs.  Certainly, not a need for surgery or injections based upon your report.

Question 3

Is a 3mm spinal cord compression at c5-c6 significant enough to cause symptoms? r arm pain weakness limited rom to the right dizziness

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short answer, yes it is possible.  If the disc is lateral, it can also cause some compression of the nerve root as well.

Question 4

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

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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 5

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

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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 6

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

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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 7

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

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 8

Please tell me, could spinal cord compression cause psychosis?

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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 9

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

Accepted Answer

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 10

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Symptoms of spinal cord compression in the neck

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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Had an mri of my cervical spine done. results says mild disc bulge that abuts the right ventral surface of the thecal sac. does this mean i have spinal cord compression ?

Is a 3mm spinal cord compression at c5-c6 significant enough to cause symptoms? r arm pain weakness limited rom to the right dizziness

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

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

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

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.

Please tell me, could spinal cord compression cause psychosis?

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

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

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