7 Scary Things on Your MRI (And Why You Shouldn't Panic)

You just got your MRI results, and now you're seeing terms like degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, disc herniation, and bone spurs. It sounds serious. But does it actually explain your pain?

The truth is, many of these MRI findings are also found in people who have no pain or symptoms whatsoever.

In Episode 118 of The Spinal Truth Show, Dr. Caleb Slater breaks down 7 common spinal MRI findings, what they mean, why they're so common as we age, and why an abnormal MRI doesn't automatically mean you need injections or surgery.

In this episode, we cover:

1. Degenerative Disc Disease

2. Spinal Stenosis

3. Disc Herniations

4. Spondylosis

5. Bone Spurs (Osteophytes)

6. Foraminal and Central Canal Stenosis

7. Disc Bulges

We also discuss spondylolisthesis, why imaging findings don't always match your symptoms, and why understanding how your spine moves can be an important part of determining the right treatment.

Dr. Slater explains his approach to evaluating patients: looking at symptoms, movement, and response to treatment rather than relying on MRI findings alone.

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An MRI finding alone doesn't establish the cause of pain. Some findings do require prompt medical attention, particularly when accompanied by progressive weakness, walking difficulties, or new bowel or bladder dysfunction. Sudden bladder or bowel changes or saddle numbness require emergency assessment.

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