Is a left back pain a strain or a herniated disc?

What does left paracentral disc protrusion seen at T9-10 touching the left hemicord mean?

You basically have a herniated disc (slipped disc) in your middle back that's pressing on your spinal cord.

Diseases that cause pain in the left lumbar region?

Well, a herniated disc would be a favourite.

Will foot drop caused by a fragmented herniated disc go away?

I had a herniated disc in the L5 S1 region that burst and fragmented...surgery went well but I am left with drop foot...will I regain full use of my foot...if so, how long will it take?

What does it mean when you get a brain freeze and your lower left back feels the same sensation as your head?

I have the exact same problem, only mine is in the thoracic spine. I have a herniated disc there. I would love to know the answer.... runninron71238@yahoo.com

What symptoms would be caused by a small posterior midline disk herniation at c5 and 6 With a mild narrowing of the left neural foramen at this level secondary to uncinate process hypertrophy?

Many patients with back pain, leg pain, or weakness of the lower extremity muscles are diagnosed with a herniated disc. When a disc herniation occurs, the cushion that sits between the spinal vertebra is pushed outside its normal position. A herniated disc would not be a problem if it weren't for the spinal nerves that are very close to the edge of these spinal discs.The spinal disc is a soft cushion that sits between each vertabrae of the spine. This spinal disc becomes more rigid with age. In a young individual, the disc is soft and elastic, but like so many other structures in the body, the disc gradually looses its elasticity and is more vulnerable to injury. In fact, even in individuals as young as 30, MRIs show evidence of disc deterioration in about 30% of people.As the spinal disc becomes less elastic, it can rupture. When the disc ruptures, a portion of the spinal disc pushes outside its normal boundary--this is called a herniated disc. When a herniated disc bulges out from between the vertebrae, the spinal nerves and spinal cord can become pinched. There is normally a little extra space around the spinal cord and spinal nerves, but if enough of the herniated disc is pushed out of place, then these structures may be compressed.When the herniated disc ruptures and pushes out, the nerves may become pinched. A herniated disc may occur suddenly in an event such as a fall or an accident, or may occur gradually with repetitive straining of the spine. Often people who experience a herniated disc already have spinal stenosis, a problem that causes narrowing of the space around the spinal cord and spinal nerves. When a herniated disc occurs, the space for the nerves is further diminished, and irritation of the nerve results.SymptomsElectric Shock PainPressure on the nerve can cause abnormal sensations, commonly experienced as electric shock pains. When the compression occurs in the cervical (neck) region, the shocks go down your arms, when the compression is in the lumbar (low back) region, the shocks go down your legs.Tingling & NumbnessPatients often have abnormal sensations such as tingling, numbness, or pins and needles. These symptoms may be experienced in the same region as painful electric shock sensations.Muscle WeaknessBecause of the nerve irritation, signals from the brain may be interrupted causing muscle weakness. Nerve irritation can also be tested by examining reflexes.Bowel or Bladder ProblemsThese symptoms are important because it may be a sign of cauda equina syndrome, a possible condition resulting from a herniated disc. This is a medical emergency, and your should see your doctor immediately if you have problems urinating, having bowel movements, or if you have numbness around your genitals.All of these symptoms are due to the irritation of the nerve from the herniated disc. By interfering with the pathway by which signals are sent from your brain out to your extremities and back to the brain, all of these symptoms can be caused by a herniated disc pressing against the nerves.

What does it mean when you have a cramp in your back and another cramp in your right rump cheek?

Could possibly be a sciatic nerve issue, if it only affects that side at the same time. I currently have a herniated L5 disc that is pressing upon that nerve and it gives a cramping burning sensation in my left back all the way down to my left big toe... yours doesnt sound as severe though

Your husband bent over while twisted a now he has pain and a bulge on his left side under is ribs what is it?

it is a herniated disc or "slipped disc" as many call it. In addition: it is not the entire vertebral disc that has shifted; it is only the nucleus pulposus (NP) which has pushed out from in between the tough fibers that make up the outer portion of the disc, This portion is called the annulus fibrosis

Why do i have pain in lower back especially ehen i cough and pain down left leg?

The fact that you have increased pain when you sneeze or cough may indicate that you have a herniated disc. You would need to go to the doctor and they would do an assesment and order and MRI of you back. There are many conservitive treatments for this that work very well and most doctor will do these before considering surgery.

What causes pain down your left leg and your toe to be numb?

usally a disc in your back

What is central disc herniation at L4-5 associated with concentric disc bulging and mild narrowing of the right and left neural foramen?

A herniated disc in the low back which makes the foramina (the bony holes on either side through which the spinal nerves pass) narrow. This can result in one or both of the spinal nerves being pinched, causing pain or numbness to radiate down one or both legs. On the other hand, it's possible that neither nerve is pinched at all.

Just had mri says annular tear multiple disc protrusions c5 c6 impenges on cord multilevel spindylotic disease and lft shoulder has a tear also does anyone know what this means and can it be fixed?

I'm not a doctor, but I have been going through a lot of testing and diagnoses since October 2008 when I had a tear in my left shoulder (rotator cuff). I have always had problems with headaches and neck aches, but in March 2009 I started having back pain too. After months of going through the runaround, I have found out I have 3 disc problems (a herniated disc in my lower back L5-S1, a herniated disc in my mid/upper back at T8-T9, and either a degenerated, torn, or herniated disc in my neck at C5-C6.)Annual tear just means the outer portion of the disc is torn, which allows fluid to leak out and put pressure on the spinal cord and nerve outlets which causes pain in various places and may even cause a decrease in function in various parts of the body. I don't know exactly what spondylotic disease is but I believe it affects the vertebrae.Depending on what's torn in your shoulder, it's going to require lengthy physical therapy, surgery, or both.Ask some questions when you visit your doctors.

What causes pain in lower left side of back It hurts when I move?

You could have a slipt disc in your lower back, they are very painful.