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MRI whole spine screening
Dear sir/mam,
I met with an accident 1 year back and was facing giddiness since then and recently i took MRI whole spine screening and the results appear to be as below
Posterior discal protrusions in C3-C4, C4-C5, C5-C6 levels causing focal mild cervical canal narrowing. No significant neural foramen narrowing / nerve root compression.
Focal T2 hyperintense signal in dorsal spinal cord at the level of D3 vertebral body - ? Myelomalacic changes.
Grade I anterolisthesis of L5 over S1 vertebra with bilateral spondylolysis.
Posterior annular bulge in L5-S1 level indenting the anterior thecal sac.
Kindly help to correlate and any possible treatment.
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Physical assessment is required before jumping to the treatment- assessment of motor and sensory functions, ADL which the patient can perform/not. Also if there was any concussion / Vertigo, it should be ruled out for giddiness. better refer a Neurologist/ Neuro surgeon/ Neuro Physiotherapist and have a proper screening in order to rule out major issues at the head and spine. Once ruled out Vigorous Physiotherapy is required.
Next Steps
Can Start with general Exercises of arm and legs, Neck should be supported and avoid excessive forward bending of the neck and spine.
Health Tips
Use hot water fermentation for your neck and avoid jerky movements such as getting up abruptly from bed/ turning quickly/ holding the neck in same position for a long time.
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Hi you need to visit physio therapy clinic for application of electro modalities followed by exercise therapy. Until then take a few precautions like Maintain a good posture. Avoid neck n back bending forward. Avoid lifting heavy weights. Maintain good levels of vitD and calcium. For further enquiries you can consult me online.
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Visit nearest Physiotherapy clinic for Electrotherapy modalities like Ultrasound and IFT for pain relief
Strengthening Exercises
Stretching Exercises can help
Next Steps
Visit Nearest Physiotherapy clinic for complete assessment and treatment
Health Tips
Use Hot pack Application for 10-15 mins 2-3 times a day
Maintaine Ergonomic Posture while working in front of a computer
Avoid Forward bending
Avoid weight lifting
Use small/ thin pillow for sleeping
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