- male
- 45 Years
- 14/08/2025
I've been diagnosed with a slipped L4L5S1 disc and doctors are recommending surgery but I'm scared of going under the knife. Is it possible to manage the severe lower back and left leg pain without surgery? What are my other options?
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Yes, it's possible to manage a slipped L4L5S1 disc and associated pain without surgery. Conservative treatments like physical therapy, medications, and injections are often the first line of defense. Surgical options are usually considered if conservative measures don't provide sufficient relief or if nerve compression is severe
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Answered 14/08/2025
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