Thus, a left L5-S1 disc herniation compresses the left ... Although most recover without surgery, patients with large midline lumbar HNPs may suffer significant neurological impairment.

Background Clinical examination of patients with chronic lumbar radiculopathy aims to clarify ... 1.74 (95% CI 1.04–2.93) for L5, and 1.29 (95% CI 0.97–1.72) for S1 nerve root impingement.

When you have back problems, it can be hard to function during daily activities. It can be even harder to participate in leisurely activities that help you relax and enjoy yourself. Everyday ...

Lumbar spinal fusion has been a mainstay in spine surgery. Here six things to know about the procedure in 2025: 1. Lumbar spinal fusions are among the most common lumbar spine procedures done from ...

At the L5/S1 level, 58% were found to have an element of disc displacement ... the results suggest that elite athletes have a greater prevalence and greater degree of lumbar disc degeneration than the ...

Results The DD grade was I-II in five players (10.4%) and III-V in 43 players (89.6%). It was 20.8% at L1/2, 22.9% at L2/3, 16.7% at L3/4, 45.8% at L4/5, and 75.0% at L5/S1. Of all the players, 95.8% ...