- male
- 30 Years
- 14/08/2025
Can you help me understand if surgery is the only option for my lumbar spondylolysis? I've attached some images do you think this can heal naturally or is surgery absolutely necessary? Also, if I go for surgery, what are the possible side effects or long-term issues I should be aware of?
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