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What Does The MRI Report Indicate Regarding Leg Pain?
Had neck and back surgery in 2009. I've been able to manage my pain with methadone 10mg .I take three every morning and two 350mg soma . And about eight hours later three more methadone and one more soma . But for the last four months my pain is much more intense and the meds just don't work or last long enough . My pain now goes down both legs pass the knee and to my feet more times than not . It is even to the point walking is so painful even sitting . I started taking steroid shots in back . It has helped but I'm still in great pain . I'm now to the point I'm scared to do or go much of anything. Got a MRI my Dr says there nothing to worry about .This is what it said . There is slight straightening of the normal lumber curvature. There has been posterior fusion of L3,L4;and L5 with metallic rods and bone screws in place . Anterior fusion is noted at L4/L5 with obliteration of the disc space noted . The conus extends to the L1level. Disc degeneration is noted at the L2/L3 level with desiccation of the disc demonstrated . Axial plane imaging demonstrates bilateral foraminal encroachment at the L2/L3 level along with mild facet joint arthropathy. Thereis no definite central stenosis . A discrete fragment is not identified paraspinalsoft tissues are unremarkable . PPLEASE HELP ME .
Hello, Welcome to the magical world of health care, I went through your query, and your report shows nothing significant as far as your disease process is concerned. I would advice you to follow a strict back care and therapy schedule under guidance of a physical therapist. I hope my advice would have been useful, in decision making regarding your treatment, still if you have any clarifications or doubts feel free to contact back. I hope a 5 star rating if you feel guided in your treatment, Thanks
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What Does The MRI Report Indicate Regarding Leg Pain?
Hello, Welcome to the magical world of health care, I went through your query, and your report shows nothing significant as far as your disease process is concerned. I would advice you to follow a strict back care and therapy schedule under guidance of a physical therapist. I hope my advice would have been useful, in decision making regarding your treatment, still if you have any clarifications or doubts feel free to contact back. I hope a 5 star rating if you feel guided in your treatment, Thanks