My dad's MRI shows a diffuse bulge in L23 disc with right paracentral protrusion pressing on the right L3 nerve root, plus a diffuse bulge at L34 causing mild narrowing of the L3 neural foramina. He also has mild generalized arthropathy. He's dealing with constant back pain and leg pain is surgery the only option or can meds help manage this?

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My brother has been diagnosed with disc desiccation changes and an annular tear at L4-L5. The doctor recommended surgery but we're unsure if it's the best option. Could you explain what this condition means and whether surgery is really necessary? We're quite worried and would appreciate your advice on alternative treatments or what to expect if he goes through with the operation

Discectomy is advised.

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I've been diagnosed with a C5-C6 cervical herniation. Can this be cured without surgery or is cervical discectomy and fusion the only option? How major or minor is this surgery? If my symptoms are improving with medications, is surgery still necessary? What are the possible complications of the procedure?

discectomy is advised,ortho opinion.

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my mri report says i have a slip disc in L5S1 and doctors are recommending surgery but i'm not sure if that's my only option. can you tell me if spinal decompression therapy could work for me or what other treatments might help avoid surgery

NEED PHYSIOTHERAPY 1ST TRY.

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