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Radiculopathy refers to any disease affecting the spinal nerve roots. A herniated disk is one cause (but not the only cause) of radiculopathy (sciatica).
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RadiculopathyA condition in which the spinal nerve root of a nerve has been injured or damaged.
SpasmInvoluntary contraction of a muscle.
VertebraeThe component bones of the spine.
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Lumbar radiculopathy; Cervical radiculopathy; Herniated intervertebral disk; Prolapsed intervertebral disk; Slipped disk; Ruptured disk
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"salon sink" radiculopathy A neurologic condition, presenting as pain, tingling and/or weakness radiating from the neck to the upper extremities, ...
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Focal neuropathy also can cause a sudden weakness in the ankle, called foot drop. Damage to a nerve that originates in the spinal cord is called radiculopathy, which can cause pain in the chest, stomach, back or pelvis or in the front of the thigh.
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Pressure on the spinal nerves (cervical radiculopathy). Spinal stenosis, bone spurs or herniated disks can put pressure on the roots of one or more nerves that branch off the spinal cord at the neck.
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These disks are composed of a central gelatinous-like material that helps to cushion the spinal column to axial stress. Disks may herniate or rupture, resulting in a condition known as a radiculopathy.
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