I've been having pain in both legs and my orthopedist mentioned it might be lumbar spinal stenosis at L4 L5. I'm 80 years old is surgery usually recommended for someone my age or are there other options I should consider first

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Hello lots of things to look for age factor stress Diabetes and hypertension should be ruled out consult orthopedician for further evaluation and treatment In my opinion I dont advice you for surgery you can take a second opinion

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A partial ACL tear can sometimes heal without surgery, but it depends on the extent of the tear and your individual circumstances. Your MRI shows a few other injuries alongside the partial ACL tear, including a medial meniscus tear and an MCL sprain, which could influence the treatment decision. Consulting with an orthopedic specialist is crucial to determine the best course of action for your specific situation

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