- Male
- 66 Years
- 14/08/2025
My dad is 66 and surgeons are recommending surgery but say there's no guarantee of success. He's also having pain in both arms now. What should we do next? Is surgery the best option or are there other treatments we can explore?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Get a second opinion and explore conservative options like pain management or physiotherapy before deciding on surgery.
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Consult a Orthopaedician
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