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What Do Tears In Some Discs On A Lumber Spine MRI Scan Mean?
hi my local nurse has given me a breaf explanation of my MRI scan on my lumber spine , she has said there is some narrow ri sashion -- sorry spelling , of some tunnel or cord , and tears in some discs , what would that likely to be do you think ??? i cant se my doctor for two weeks , thanks
Mon, 7 Apr 2014
Our spine contain shock absorber discs in between bones. Some time there is tear in these and disc material herniate in canal and can cause pinching of nerve. It can cause back pain and leg pain. If you are having these symptoms then disc herniation is the cause. Treatment consist of physiotherapy, pregabalin and Methylcobal tablet.
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