Originally Posted by ventura43

Have experienced some upper back problems and numbness in arm for a few months, but it was fleeting. Three weeks ago I woke up w/ pain over the scapula. Next day the pain was severe and down my left arm. Went to ER..wasDX w/ radiculopathy. Went to own dr next day. Started Pred w/ muscle relaxer & pain med. Pain is still constant, but at a lower level. Left arm is weak. Had an MRI this week and here are the findings:

C6-7 Left paracentral disc herniation which extends directly in the left lateral recess and abuts the left margin of the cord, with obliteration of the left CSF space and moderate left foraminal stenosis.

Impression: Left paracentral C6-7 disc herniation with severe left lateral recess, moderate left spinal canal, and moderate left foraminal stenosis.

I've been referrd to a neurosurgeon and would like a better understanding of what the MRI found so I can have a productive conversation. Any help is appreciated.

Thanks