Question 1

mri of my cervical spine 
there is disc degenerative changes with associated impingement of the thecal sac , exit neuroforaminal encroachment.

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MRI result?: So- what does this mean?  It is common for MRI of the c-spine to show degenerative changes.  Impingement of the thecal sac is not normally concerning.  It is unclear what is meant by "exit neuroforaminal encroachment".  Was there encroachment or not?  If it is there, this normally means nerve root encroachment, which can cause symptoms that affect the arms.

Question 2

please explain the significance of my recent mri findings on my cervical spine. i have a history of spinal stenosis in the lower back.  i recently had an mri on my cervical spine showing significant to severe foraminal and thecal sac narrowing at multiple

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It : It sounds like you have a similar process occurring in both your lumbar and cervical spine.  Spinal (thecal sac) and foraminal stenosis (narrowing) can produce inflammation in the nerves.  This could lead to pain in the neck, shoulder or arm.  Many people have such narrowing and do not have symptoms; however some people will have significant symptoms which would also include numbness, weakness and tingling.  You surgeon will evaluate you and try to determine if your symptoms are related to your MRI findings.

Question 3

mri cervical spine showed 2 central disc herniations, a bulge, 2 uncovertebral joint hypertophy into thecal sac. how long until i heal, i am doing pt.

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Can take 1- 2 years: MRI's of the cervical spine show the current state of the the spinal elements as they change over time.Several of those changes such as uncovertebral joint hypertrophy are a response to gravity and changes in the disc.The disc herniations will do their best to heal slowly over time, however they are due to aging and degeneration with water loss.In the meantime continue PT and regular f/u w/your MD

Question 4

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 ?

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: 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 5

mri cervical spine shows mild narrowing thecal sac at c5-c6, minimal bulge with joint hypertrophy. what does that mean?

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Basically: mild degenerative changes or arthritis of the disc and the facet joints.

Question 6

cervical spine mri shows disc osteophyte complex & facet & ligamentous hypertrophy from c5-c7, effacing & narrowing the thecal sac to 8.4mm. explain..

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Arthritis.: Basically, these findings represent osteoarthritic changes of the cervical spine.  These findings need to be interpreted with respect to your medical history.  Arthritis elsewhere?  Any history of trauma to the neck?  Overweight?

Question 7

i m suffering from  pain which initiates from my neck and goes upto the back of the head. mri scan shows loss of normal cervical lordosis due to muscle spasm. at c6/c7 there is a mild left paracentral disc bulge causing thecal sac indentation.help?

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Physical therapy : The disc herniation can potentially cause a nerve injury if there is pressure on the nerve in that area, which supplies sensation &amp; motor function to the arm primarily. If the reflexes &amp; muscle strength are normal, usually a period of time with physical therapy is tried before any surgery, although surgery may have to be considered. Talk to ordering Dr

Question 8

cervical spine compression of nerve?

Accepted Answer

Radiculopathy: Typically you will feel referred, burning, radicular pain in a dermatomal distribution, depending upon which nerve root is being compressed.

Question 9

degenerative endplate changes of cervical spine?

Accepted Answer

Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis or wear and tear arthritis is exceedingly common in the neck vertebrae. Symptoms are usually neck stiffness and discomfort on neck motions.Medications like Tylenol may ease discomfort, but anti-inflammatory medications like Advil or Aleve are more effective.

Question 10

can car accident straighten your cervical spine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It's called cervical strain and due to muscular tension. It can be alleviated with formal physical therapy.

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Mri of my cervical spine there is disc degenerative changes with associated impingement of the thecal sac , exit neuroforaminal encroachment.

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Please explain the significance of my recent mri findings on my cervical spine. i have a history of spinal stenosis in the lower back. i recently had an mri on my cervical spine showing significant to severe foraminal and thecal sac narrowing at multiple

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Mri cervical spine showed 2 central disc herniations, a bulge, 2 uncovertebral joint hypertophy into thecal sac. how long until i heal, i am doing pt.

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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 ?

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Mri cervical spine shows mild narrowing thecal sac at c5-c6, minimal bulge with joint hypertrophy. what does that mean?

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Cervical spine mri shows disc osteophyte complex & facet & ligamentous hypertrophy from c5-c7, effacing & narrowing the thecal sac to 8.4mm. explain..

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I m suffering from pain which initiates from my neck and goes upto the back of the head. mri scan shows loss of normal cervical lordosis due to muscle spasm. at c6/c7 there is a mild left paracentral disc bulge causing thecal sac indentation.help?

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