I have been having lower back pain. I took MRI, which showed a mild bulge at L2, L3, and L4. My report mentions spondylitis. I already took a one-month course of calcium and vitamin D3 and also underwent acupuncture treatment, but stiffness and pain persist. I have been suffering from this severe problem for the last 4 years?

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

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Advanced Certificate Course in Dermatology
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Chronic spondylitis needs long term care. Pain & stiffness may persist. Continue physiotherapy, posture care, and possibly see a spine specialist.

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