I've been diagnosed with multiple disc bulges in my lumbar spine and I'm really worried can this be treated with physiotherapy or will I need surgery? The pain is pretty intense and I'm not sure what the best option is for long-term relief

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I'm really interested in this height increase surgery since I'm only 158 cm tall and want to grow taller. Can you tell me if it's safe and which doctor I should see for it? Also, at what age would it be safest and most effective for me? I'd appreciate your advice on this.

The total recommended lengthening is 2-3 inches (5-8 cm) in the thigh bone (femur). Lengthening more than 3 inches in one bone is associated with higher complication rates, and our doctors put patient safety first

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My left elbow has been swollen for about 3 weeks but there's no pain. A doctor diagnosed it as olecranon bursitis and suggested surgery, also prescribed sporidex AF 750 and Chymoral Forte for a week. Are there any non-surgical options to treat this? If surgery is really needed, what would be the approximate cost in Bangalore?

ortho review is advised.

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My knee hurts a lot because the cartilage is rubbing and my patella feels off can cartilage heal on its own without surgery? I'm only 19 and this pain is making me really depressed, what should I do to fix this?

ortho opinion is advised to the pt.

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