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HomeHealth QueryOrthopaedicsI've been diagnosed with lumbar spondylolisthesis ...
  • female
  • 45 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I've been diagnosed with lumbar spondylolisthesis grade 2 or 3 and have a bulging disc in my lower back causing constant pain. Surgery isn't something I want to consider right now - are there other treatment options that could help manage this condition and relieve the discomfort?

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