Question 1

My MRI shows a slip disc at L5S1 with canal spacing between 4 to 7 mm. Can physiotherapy help reverse this condition and relieve the back pain, or is surgery the only option? I'm really worried about which path to take.

Accepted Answer

discectomy is advised.

Question 2

I've been having this nerve compression in my spine that's causing pain and discomfort in my right leg. I understand medications might not fix it completely, but is surgery really the only solution for this kind of problem? Are there other options I should consider first?

Accepted Answer

neurologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 3

My mom was diagnosed with a spinal issue and we're really confused about the surgery. One doctor says it's minor but another warned about nerve damage and paralysis risks. She's in a lot of pain and also has knee problems making it hard to walk. At her age, is surgery the right option or should we get another opinion? Would it be open surgery or laparoscopic? What are the possible complications if we proceed? Are there any non-surgical treatments that could help instead?

Accepted Answer

Elderly spinal surgery carries risk‚ÄîMRI and second opinion help; if severe pain, surgery may be laparoscopic or open; try physiotherapy if stable.

neurosx opinion is advised to the pt.

More Neurosurgery Health Queries

My MRI shows a slip disc at L5S1 with canal spacing between 4 to 7 mm. Can physiotherapy help reverse this condition and relieve the back pain, or is surgery the only option? I'm really worried about which path to take.

I've been having this nerve compression in my spine that's causing pain and discomfort in my right leg. I understand medications might not fix it completely, but is surgery really the only solution for this kind of problem? Are there other options I should consider first?

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