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What does my MRI results mean?

Hyperkyphotic cuvature, thoracic spine.  Narrowed disc spaces at T6-7, T7-8, T8-9 with some increased T2 signal at adjacent endplates anteriorly, suggest active edema.  (What does this mean???)

Thoracic aorta is unremarkable.  No focal protrusion.  No significant spinal stenosis.  Vertebral body height and alignment is maintained.  The spinal cord is normal throughout.  


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Thank you that helps a lot.  Is there anything naturally that I can do to help the edema?
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Hello Curious,

Welcome to the Back and Neck Forum. I'm glad you found us and took the time to post your question.

Hyperkyphosis curvature is a big word that sounds frightening. This diagnostic (DX) conclusion which describes an increase or exaggeration in the normal thoracic curvature of the spinal column.

We all have a "normal" curve in our spine. This curve helps evenly distribute weight and reduce stress on the spine. An extreme  Hyperkyphosis curve will appear as a rounded upper hump - approximately located between our shoulders. This tends to force our posture more forward than straight. There are many reasons why a person may develop increased abnormal kyphosis, including nutritional issues, postural issues, bone density issues and past disease or back injury.

That most likely explains the narrowing of your disc spaces between the T6-T9 (Thoracic) areas of your spine. Active edema - simply means that they see swelling that is current. Edema is the medical term for swelling.

The good news on your MRI is contained in your last paragraph. No stenosis (narrowing) of the spinal canal - and the rest - normal - normal.

The vast majority of increased kyphotic curvatures are not significant health issues.

Remember there are no physicians on this forum - some of us do have medical backgrounds. Your best advice, DX and treatment will come from an orthopedic physician.

I hope this is helpful. If you have additional questions please feel free to ask. We're here to offer our support and information.  I wish you the very best and will look forward to hearing from you again.

Take Care,
~Tuck

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