Clinical Series: How to See a Pinched Nerve (Foraminal Stenosis) on MRI

Pinched Nerve on MRI: What Does It Look Like? | Foraminal Stenosis Explained

Suffering from a pinched nerve or foraminal stenosis? 🤔 In this video, I’ll show you exactly what it looks like on an MRI and explain the key visual cues to identify a pinched nerve.

Here's what you’ll learn:
✅ How a pinched nerve occurs in the spine
✅ Understanding the foraminal canal and its role in nerve compression
✅ Key MRI signs of nerve compression and foraminal stenosis
✅ How to interpret pain patterns based on nerve levels in your spine

If you’ve been told you have foraminal narrowing or a pinched nerve, this breakdown will help you understand what’s happening in your body and how it can affect your daily life.

What to look for on the MRI:
• Disc bulges, herniations, and extrusions affecting the nerve channels
• Compression at specific levels (L4-L5, L5-S1)
• How the condition leads to pain traveling down the arms or legs

Have questions? Leave them in the comments below! I’m here to help you understand your MRI results and how to make informed decisions for your health.

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About Dr. Jeff Langmaid
Dr. Jeff Langmaid is a chiropractor, author, and speaker dedicated to advancing the chiropractic profession. He is the founder of The Evidence Based Chiropractor, the largest research-driven chiropractic communication service, and co-founder of ‪@TheSmartChiropractor‬. Dr. Langmaid provides chiropractors with innovative tools, strategies, and insights to grow their practices and deliver exceptional care.

Featured in Yahoo Health, MSN Health, CBS, ABC, Prevention Magazine, and more, his work continues to elevate chiropractic in the modern healthcare landscape.

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