I've been dealing with scoliosis for a while now and the chronic back pain is really affecting my daily life. Even simple tasks are becoming difficult. I'm considering surgery but I'm worried about it are there any other treatment options that could help me avoid going under the knife?

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I've been having lower back pain when standing, walking, or bending. My doctor recommended wearing a back belt and avoiding bending, but said surgery might be needed if it continues. Does this sound like the right approach or are there other options I should consider? The pain's been persistent and I'm worried about it getting worse.

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It's been a month since my revision ACL surgery and meniscus repair. I've been doing physio and can bend my knee almost fully, but I still can't straighten it completely like my other knee it stays a bit forward when I stand. Is this normal, or should I be doing something different to help it straighten out?

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My dad has terrible lower back pain from a slipped disc shown on MRI two discs shifted to the right, causing awful pain in his right leg. He can barely walk or sit but doesn't want surgery. What meds or exercises could help ease his pain?

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