Pain due to reduced space b/n L4-5 &L5-S

2017-11-20 14:32:51
My husband is having pain in lower back.X ray shows that L4-5 & L5-S1 intervertebral disc spaces appear reduced and vacuum phenomenon is noted at L5-S1 level with end plate sclerosis with facetal arthropathy
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You need to see a spine surgeon and need full evaluation if it's only back pain or there is associated neurological involvement also. Depending on the evaluation, proper management can be suggested.

Answered2017-11-21 12:43:48

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