Question 1

large posterior disc herniation at t5-6, with posterior herniating disc material extending for 5 mm thin expected posterior confines the disc. there is abutment with flattening the anterior surface of the thoracic spinal cord. thecal sac is 1.1 cm?

Accepted Answer

: Often best to avoid surgery for thoracic disc rupture but if spinal cord compression is the issue, may well need an aggressive approach.  Get two surgical opinions but also see a physiatrist.

Question 2

can a left paracentral disc protrusion with flattening of left ventricle aspect of spinal cord at t7-t8  cause lower limb sensations in left leg?

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Yes: Your spinal cord has a map of your whole body.  If there is pressure on the cord there be sensory or motor changes anywhere below the level of the pressure.
Its worth seeing a neurologist or physiatrist to see if the history and physical examination correspond to the imaging findings.

Question 3

i have disc hernation at t7-t8 with flattening of the left ventricle spinal cord, disc protrusions and spondylolisthesis from l4-s1 resulting in bi lateral stenosis but more on left side. having some tingling on left leg mainly when i get hot. why?

Accepted Answer

Discs: You need to see a neurosurgeon as you may require spinal  surgery to prevent further deterioration which may result in further nerve damage

Question 4

have pins/needles on right hand for 2 months. mri: c5-6 degenerative changes with spinal cord flattening & effacement of csf signal.multilevel chronic foraminal stenosis worst at c5-6, compression of right c6 nerve root.how dangerous? irreversible?

Accepted Answer

Get EMG: It would seem that you have a cord compression, but you need an EMG/NCS (muscle and nerve study) to determine how serious the cord compression is vs a different cause,,such as carpal tunnel, which could also exist. steroid epidural cervical injections should Improve symptoms for some time. Please wear a soft cervical  collar while driving to prevent injury should you have an accident.

Question 5

what are treatments of an ependymoma of the spinal cord?

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Depends on exact: Location. Some could be intramedullary others extramedullary. Depends on how much mass effect it's exerting, and symptoms. See your neurosurgoen to better review your mris, rule out other issues with the rest of your neural axis. By checking MRI of your brain, cervical, thoracic, lumbar spine with and without contrast, and then deciding on treatment, surgery may be needed...

Question 6

are there any new treatments for spinal cord injuries? classmate broke his neck in bad fall

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No cures: I am so sorry for your friend. Current treatments for sci focus on preserving neurological function at the time of injury. To date there are no cures to return lost nerve function. If an injury is complete (no feeling and complete paralysis), there is the possibility of getting some feeling back, but paralysis can improve only if there is some preserved movement below the injury level.

Question 7

what are the possible treatments for spinal cord injury using stem cells?

Accepted Answer

Stem cells - Future: Fat cells have shown promise as a source of stem cells that may eventually be able to be used to treat many conditions, one of which is spinal cord injury.
Stem cells have the potential to transform into specialized cells and tissues of many different organs.
There has been much excitement recently in the research world for the future potential but everyday use in medicine is still years away.

Question 8

what are the best treatments for spinal cord stimulator brachial plexus avulsions?

Accepted Answer

Not understanding: My assumption is you are asking what spinal cord stimulators (scs) are best at treating? Typically scs is good at treating neuropathic pain disorders, whether related as a brachial plexus avulsion or a chronic radiculopathy post spine surgery.  Also patients with complex regional pain syndromes have been helped with scs.  Scs is currently being used for vascular pain being done in europe.

Question 9

mri results. degenerative disc disease with spinal stenosis 3 bulging discs 2mml 5 mml and 7mml on left forminial 3 bone spurs annular tear debilitati?

Accepted Answer

Clarification: Cervical/lumbar or thoracic
i am assuming you are talking about cervical. The canal diameter that you mention should be addressed depending on your symptoms. The surgery is mainly to take pressure of the spinal cord.

Question 10

how can i cure the spinal cord disc prolapse without surgery?

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Physical therapy: Disc disease with disc protrusion, collaspe, prolaspe is a radiographic finding. Often times these findings do not correlate with the symptoms. Surgery may not necessarily be the answer to the problem. The symptoms of back pain are common. The best treatment is with excercises. Physical therapy can be tremendously helpful.

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Large posterior disc herniation at t5-6, with posterior herniating disc material extending for 5 mm thin expected posterior confines the disc. there is abutment with flattening the anterior surface of the thoracic spinal cord. thecal sac is 1.1 cm?

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Can a left paracentral disc protrusion with flattening of left ventricle aspect of spinal cord at t7-t8 cause lower limb sensations in left leg?

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I have disc hernation at t7-t8 with flattening of the left ventricle spinal cord, disc protrusions and spondylolisthesis from l4-s1 resulting in bi lateral stenosis but more on left side. having some tingling on left leg mainly when i get hot. why?

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Have pins/needles on right hand for 2 months. mri: c5-6 degenerative changes with spinal cord flattening & effacement of csf signal.multilevel chronic foraminal stenosis worst at c5-6, compression of right c6 nerve root.how dangerous? irreversible?

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What are treatments of an ependymoma of the spinal cord?

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Are there any new treatments for spinal cord injuries? classmate broke his neck in bad fall

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What are the possible treatments for spinal cord injury using stem cells?

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What are the best treatments for spinal cord stimulator brachial plexus avulsions?

A member asked:

Mri results. degenerative disc disease with spinal stenosis 3 bulging discs 2mml 5 mml and 7mml on left forminial 3 bone spurs annular tear debilitati?

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How can i cure the spinal cord disc prolapse without surgery?

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