Looking for interpetation of MRI report in laymans terms. Impression
Hello Report suggests degenerative disc disease of lumbosacral spine. Degenerative changes occur in spine due to aging and development of weakness in annulus fibrosis.1. At L5-S1 level, there is disc herniation in central and right lateral region. Findings has been increased in severity as compared to previous study, and it is now touching the ventral thecal sac. Herniated disc is also abutting right exiting nerve roots.2. At L3-4 level, there is moderate facet(bony joints in between two vertebra) hypertrophy. There is also mild diffuse disc bulge present with congenital shortened pedicles. There is mild narrowing of lateral neural foramen. Majority of the cases of degenerative spine disease are benefited by physiotherapy, so you should try it first. Surgery should be the last option. Treatment can be planned after consultation with neurologist. Get well soon. Take Care Chat Doctor.