Question 1

what does all this mean? c2-3 small disk osteophyte complex with ventral thecal sac deformity. c4-5 disk osteophyte complex with ventral cord flattening. c 5-6 facet arthropathy and uncovertebral hypertrophy is severe right neural foraminal stenosis. face

Accepted Answer

May not have-: -enough room. TheC2-3 complex means these is some arthritic spurring with a protruding disk that indents the dural (thecal) sac being indented some, common finding in your age group. C4-5 is the same but is more pronounced so it protrudes enough to flatten the spinal cord.C5-6=arthritic facet joints @this level &amp; severe enough to narrow the canal the nerves exit from. Could B cause of pain R arm.

Question 2

what is facet hypertrophy l
flatten the ventral thecal sac and encroach upon the lateral recesses abutment of the traversing nerve roots?

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Pain and weakness: can result from compression of the nerves that exit at the level of the narrowing caused by bony overgrowth of the facets (the area where the vertebral bones meet) In the lumbar region the nerves exit at a higher level and "traverse" the space next to the facets below this before they exit the spinal canal at a lower level. Discuss this with your doctor.

Question 3

l5-s1 disc herniation.1mm anterior to posterior extending from the left to the right subarticular region.patient has contact of the right s1 nerve root, flattening of the ventral thecal sac. does it mean its affecting only right leg or left leg too?

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: Based upon the report (likely an MRI), the demonstrated nerve root compression affected mainly the right side, and radiating pain would mainly afflict the right leg.  If this herniation increases in size, it could also affect the left leg.  Suggest a surgical opinion regarding these findings.

Question 4

my thoracic mri shows protruding disc impinging and flattening the left ventral cord with diffuse spinal atrophy from t4 - t9. i have upper-mid back pain, cannot sit. what does mri indicate?

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See neurosurgeon!: I am concerned with the MRI findings. You have  compression on the spinal cord which could be new. You also have the area of atrophy which is a more chronic condition. Seek out an excellent neurosurgeon to determine if you need more testing or surgery. Good luck.

Question 5

what is effacement of the ventral thecal sac?

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Back pain: The thecal sac covers the spinal cord. It becomes thinned , or effaced, when pressure is applied to it from degenerative disk disease of the spine. In other words, the bulging disk squeezes the sac as it presses towards the spinal cord.

Question 6

what are the dorsal and ventral surfaces on humans?

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Anatomic Position: During the study of Human Anatomy, it is important to understand what &quot;anatomic position&quot; is. 
Anatomic position is when a human is facing forward, with the arms an hands at the side, with the palms facing forward. Everything in the front in anatomic position is anterior, in back posterior. The dorsoventral axis is used in vertebrate anatomy.

Question 7

can someone with rods in their spine do anything to flatten their abs?  what exercises are possible?

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Yes: Even though there may be rods in the spine, the abdominal muscles can still be exercised without flexing the spine.  A physicial therapist can show you how to do these.

Question 8

what to do if i have this little pooch. can i wear a neoprene belt to help reshape and flatten that area?

Accepted Answer

That won't work: Abdominal fat is first to show and last to go. Wearing a rubber belt will cause you to sweat and lose some water which may make your abdomen look thinner, but as soon as you drink water it will return to its former size. Best way to lose the gut is the tried and true method of decreasing calorie intake and increase calorie burning by increasing activity. You can't spot reduce, fat is lost evenly.

Question 9

an nondiagnostic esi caused a protective back flattening spasm to go away leaving me in more pain. how do i get it back?

Accepted Answer

Confusing: Not really sure what you are talking about.  Discuss with the doc who did the esi.

Question 10

what exercises flatten my stomach quickly?

Accepted Answer

None!: It takes a good diet, regular "cardio" and resistance training, and often some weight loss to flatten your stomach. Beware of all the media that promise you miracles if you take certain vitamins or go on special diets.

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What does all this mean? c2-3 small disk osteophyte complex with ventral thecal sac deformity. c4-5 disk osteophyte complex with ventral cord flattening. c 5-6 facet arthropathy and uncovertebral hypertrophy is severe right neural foraminal stenosis. face

A member asked:

What is facet hypertrophy l flatten the ventral thecal sac and encroach upon the lateral recesses abutment of the traversing nerve roots?

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L5-s1 disc herniation.1mm anterior to posterior extending from the left to the right subarticular region.patient has contact of the right s1 nerve root, flattening of the ventral thecal sac. does it mean its affecting only right leg or left leg too?

A member asked:

My thoracic mri shows protruding disc impinging and flattening the left ventral cord with diffuse spinal atrophy from t4 - t9. i have upper-mid back pain, cannot sit. what does mri indicate?

A member asked:

What is effacement of the ventral thecal sac?

A member asked:

What are the dorsal and ventral surfaces on humans?

A member asked:

Can someone with rods in their spine do anything to flatten their abs? what exercises are possible?

A member asked:

What to do if i have this little pooch. can i wear a neoprene belt to help reshape and flatten that area?

A member asked:

An nondiagnostic esi caused a protective back flattening spasm to go away leaving me in more pain. how do i get it back?

A member asked:

What exercises flatten my stomach quickly?

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