- 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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View allMy mom is 44 and has had lower back and leg pain for 12-15 years but still manages her daily work. We've seen multiple doctors and one mentioned possible nerve compression or spondylolisthesis based on her X-ray, suggesting spine infusion surgery. Since it's minimally invasive but she's still young, I'm worried is surgery really necessary or are there other treatments we can try? We're planning an MRI but unsure about the next steps
MRI will confirm diagnosis. If symptoms affect daily life, minimally invasive decompression surgery may help. Physiotherapy and core strengthening are first steps.
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Experiencing sensory loss in my index and middle finger with a current-like sensation on the radial side. MRI shows cervical compression at C3-C4-C5. As an athlete, will I need surgery or can rest help? Will I be able to get back to my exercises again?
Given the sensory loss in your index and middle finger with a current-like sensation on the radial side, coupled with cervical compression at C3-C4-C5 as shown by the MRI, it's highly likely you're experiencing cervical radiculopathy and possibly radial nerve entrapment. Rest and conservative treatment may be beneficial, but surgery may be necessary if symptoms don't improve or worsen. Whether you can return to your exercises depends on the severity and response to treatment
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I have a 17mm Tarlov cyst on my second sacral vertebra and I'm really scared about surgery what other treatment options are there? My radiologist appointment is a month away and the wait is making me anxious
A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.
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