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Suggest Treatment For Disc Desiccation And Degeneration

My MRI says disc dissection and degeneration. Degenerative end plate marrow changes. a central and left sided disc protrusion does indent the the cal sac and contacts the descending S1 nerve root. Can I fix this and rehydrate my disc? What do I do to improve my spine from this point
Wed, 26 Aug 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

Medication like methylcobalamine with neurotropic like pregabalin will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.

You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.

I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
MRI shows disc compressing on nerve root then surgical decompression is permanent solution. You can send your MRI films or report. So that I can help you better.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Take care.
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  Dr. Dr. Shashidhar's  Response
Hi. thanks for postibg in HCM.

As of today, there is no treatment option available which has proven to rehydrate a degenerated disc. In my opinion if you don't have radiating leg pain and the back pain is not affecting your daily life, you should do core stabilisation back exercises. Exercises will keep your back strong and protect it.Degeneration is an age related and genetic process most of the times. An healthy life style and posture at work can delay Degeneration .

hope this helps you.

Regards.

Dr.SBK
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Suggest Treatment For Disc Desiccation And Degeneration

Hello, I have studied your case. Medication like methylcobalamine with neurotropic like pregabalin will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor. You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. MRI shows disc compressing on nerve root then surgical decompression is permanent solution. You can send your MRI films or report. So that I can help you better. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Take care.