Just got my MRI results (L3/4 bulge, L5/S1 tear). Looking for advice
I just got my lumbar spine MRI results back and I'm hoping to get some advice or hear from anyone who has dealt with similar findings. I'm trying to figure out the best path forward for recovery.
Here is exactly what the radiologist/doctor's note says:
"MRI LUMBAR SPINE
No significant prevertebral soft tissue oedema or collection.
The conus medullaris defines as normally. No epidural collection/haematoma.
The pedicles are intrinsically short at all levels.
At L1/2, no significant central canal or neural foraminal stenosis.
At L2/3, no significant central canal or neural foraminal stenosis.
At L3/4, there is a broad based disc bulge with a prominent right foraminal component with mild right neural foraminal narrowing. There is also mild narrowing at the right lateral recess which contacting of the right descending nerve root.
At L4/5, no significant central canal or neural foraminal stenosis.
At L5/S1, there is posterior disc annular tear and a shallow posterior disc protrusion mildly touching on the thecal sac and bilateral descending nerve roots. No definitive nerve impingement. The neural foramina remain patent.
IMPRESSION:
Degenerative changes at L3/4 and L5/S1."
I'm currently weighing my options for rehab and pain management. I also would like to know your thoughts on the
MCGILL 3 daily in the morning
Chiropractors
Back decompression machines
Thank you