- male
- 40 Years
- 14/08/2025
Having lower back pain that sometimes shoots down my legs but no tingling or numbness. My MRI report shows some issues do you think this can heal without surgery or will I need an operation?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Orthopaedician
Answered 14/08/2025
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