Myelography is used to obtain a clear image of the spine and the surrounding areas to study the exact nature of any back or spine-related problems. It is generally recommended for the following conditions.
– Herniated discs may put pressure on the spine or the nerves.
– To detect any injury suffered by the spinal cord.
– Spinal disorders resulting in arm or leg pain, numbness, weakness, coordination problems and difficulty in walking.
– Spinal tumor, cysts or infections.
– Spinal stenosis causes degeneration of the bones and tissues in the area.
– Any inflammation of the spinal cord membrane.
– Tearing away, deterioration or injury of spinal nerve roots.
– Spinal lesions caused by a specific disease or trauma.
– Arachnoiditis which affects the membrane surrounding the brain.
– Arthritis in the spinal column.
– In conditions related to bone spurs and ankylosing spondylitis