My MRI report reads: L5-S1: Large Right-Sided Disc Protrusion with Mass Effect upon the Ventral Thecal Sac and Descending Right S1 Nerve Root. What does this mean, and what are my best options for recovery? I have had severe sciatic symptoms - numbness; tingling; shooting pain from lumbar area down my right leg. I have been suffering with this pain for an entire year, and about to see a spine surgeon.
Thank you to anyone who can offer any information!