I have disc herniations of T1-2, T6-7, T7-8, T8-9, L3-4, and L4-5, along with other things. My PCP is sending me to a Neuro surgeon, but I m not sure when I will be able to get in there and I have some questions... Based on the info you have is spinal fusion an option? If it is would I lose much of my range of motion? What other alternatives are there that I might be a good candidate for?
Hello, Thanks for posting this query in ChatDoctorI have noted your complaintsPlease note that, if the love described data are MRI findings you donor have to worry. Based upon these findings it is difficult to tell you that you need spinal fusion or north most important thing is to note the clinical symptoms and then the clinical/neurological examination findings. I am very sorry, but you have not provided us the exact clinical symptoms. If you have pain and symptoms are suggestive of nerve root compression which has not improved with conservative treatment, then only you should go for operative procedures. This may/may not involve spinal fusion. So you should not worry at all. Please get evaluated initially by a neurophysician who will assess you and will let you know if surgery is mandatory in your case. If surgery is required you may proceed to see a neurosurgeon. Hope this helps