C5-C6 Disc Herniation: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Right C5-C6 disc herniation with ventral cord impingement and borderline paracentral stenosis involves a herniated disc between the 5th and 6th cervical vertebrae pressing on the front of the spinal cord and slightly narrowing the spinal canal.
Key Components
- C5-C6 Level: Disc between 5th and 6th cervical vertebrae.
- Disc Herniation: Nucleus pulposus protrudes through annulus fibrosus tear.
- Ventral Cord Impingement: Pressure on front of spinal cord → neurological symptoms (pain, sensory/motor deficits).
- Borderline Paracentral Stenosis: Near-threshold narrowing of spinal canal near cord center.
Outcome
Severity and symptoms depend on herniation extent, cord compression degree, and individual anatomy. Requires specialist evaluation.
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