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What Does This MRI Report Of Spine Indicate?

Hi, So I had follow up mri for surgery consult. Not looking good. Its now showing mostly increases, and with disc protrusions at c4-5, c6-7 abutting the ventral cord. What does this mean? Also saying a lot of minimal effacing the ventral thecal sac on the levels. Guessing the surgery is the best bet in hope of getting some relief.
Tue, 20 Jan 2015
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The cervical spine is made up of 7 small bones aligned on top of each other. There are spongy discs between these small bones which give it a cushioning effect and help in forward backward and turning movements. The discs at two levels are protruding backwards and touching the covering of the spinal cord at C 4 - C 5 and C 6 - C 7 levels causing pinching of nerves. This is causing mild narrowing of the spinal canal also. This pressure needs to be released by doing surgery on the discs as recommended by your doctors. You must be having an advanced condition requiring surgical treatment. Many people get relief after surgery. Please do not worry.
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What Does This MRI Report Of Spine Indicate?

Hi, Thanks for writing in. The cervical spine is made up of 7 small bones aligned on top of each other. There are spongy discs between these small bones which give it a cushioning effect and help in forward backward and turning movements. The discs at two levels are protruding backwards and touching the covering of the spinal cord at C 4 - C 5 and C 6 - C 7 levels causing pinching of nerves. This is causing mild narrowing of the spinal canal also. This pressure needs to be released by doing surgery on the discs as recommended by your doctors. You must be having an advanced condition requiring surgical treatment. Many people get relief after surgery. Please do not worry.