Tuesday, May 25, 2010

What does a bulging spot found in my cervical spine MRI mean?


Answer:
It usually refers to a bulging of the vertebral disc. This might be an incidental finding, or it can be the source of pain in the neck and upper extremity.

The vertebral disc is filled with a jelly-like substance which is nestled inside a ring of cartilage. Sometimes...either due to trauma or poor posture, the jelly can start to "move" towards the outer ring, causing it to bulge outward. When the disc hits a painful stucture, such as a nerve, pain can ensue.
Could be one of several conditions.

1. Vertebral fracture
2. Disc degeneration
3. Cervical disc herniation
4. Lumbar disc herniation
5. Subluxation
6. A lot more

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