MRI question ??

[angiebee]

Hello,
For the last year I have had issues that are a lot like neurogenic claudication. I've been to the neurologist who felt my problems were small fiber neuropathy, however in the last month I've had a lot of back pain, mostly when walking but not always. This is in addition to the pain in my legs when standing for more than 15 min, which is relieved with sitting. I requested an MRI. I have copied the results (just the impression) and would like to know if this could cause neurogenic claudication? And what might the treatment be?? Thank you for your help.
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IMPRESSION: Spondylolisthesis due to spondylolysis at L5 -S1 in combination with disk disease, resulting in severe foraminal narrowing bilaterally.

[angiebee]

Thank you, I don't think its DDD I just turned 38 and my biggest problem is being unable to walk for more than 15 min or so. I have an appt with dr at the end of august. I have figured out parts of the MRI but would like to know if anyone has had something similar and can tell me what worked best for them. Therefore, I'm copying the findings of the MRI maybe will be helpful. Thanks Much..
MRI Findings: Grade 1 anteriolisthesis of L5 upon S1 is present, measuring 8mm. Bilateral pars interarticularis defects are present. There is mild disc dessication at L5-S1 with minimal endplate signal changes. Remaining intervertebral discs and vertebral bodies are normal in size and signal intensities. Spinal cord terminates normally, exhibiting normal size and signal. The tip ends roughly at L1-L2. No significant disc bulging or evidence of stenosis is seen from L1-L2 through L4-L5. L5-S1 demonstrates listhesis due to bilateral spondylosis. There are hypertrophic changes around the defects as well as some mild facet arthropathy. There is uncovering of the disc margin with mild superior migration/extrusion of the disc associated with annular fissure. Canal is not stenotic. There is, however, severe narrowing of the neural foramina primarily in the craniocaudal dimension due to a combination of these factors.
RESULT/IMPRESSION: spondylolisthesis due to spondylolysis at L5-S1 in combination with disc disease, resulting in severe foraminal narrowing bilaterally.

[selmaS]

Hi sorry u r having issues...I am not a dr and can not really say what is wrong, but found with my own MRI reports, that the main body may help give clues as to what is going on in stead of focusing just on the impressions.

I do know that DDD or degenerative disk disease is something we all get with age...those with autoimmune issues may get them earlier.

Good luck
"selma"