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L5 S1 disck prolapse

2015-08-29 15:43:15
I am suffering from L5S1 disc prolapse.and having severe pain from.back to.leg Can u advice what is the treatment? 
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you should get an MRI done to confirm diagnosis and consult an Ortho surgeon for advice on medicines and physiotherapy. Avoid forward bending weight lifting and sitting on floor and maintain good posture. If the problem does not settle then surgery is a option in 10% of cases.

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