Question 1

My mom has been dealing with a disc bulge at L4-L5 for the past 3 months. She tried traction and other treatments, but there's no improvement. For the last 56 days, she's been experiencing numbness in her right leg and severe back pain. The doctor recommended surgery, but we want a second opinion before going ahead. What would you suggest?

Accepted Answer

Neurosurgery opinion is advised and surgery is advised to the patient.

Question 2

For the past year and a half, I've had constant lower back pain due to an L4-L5 herniated disc. Doctors say it might be pinching nerves too. I've tried everything allopathy, ayurveda, physio but the pain won't go away. Now I'm also dealing with joint pain, neck pain, and nerve pain all over. Is there really no permanent fix for a slipped disc besides surgery? If I go for surgery, will I ever be able to run or play like before?

Accepted Answer

Deciding the course of action depends upon the severity of symptoms and the findings on MRI scan.
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 Need a few more details to advise anything specific.

Question 3

I've been diagnosed with C5C6 cervical compression and have severe neck pain that radiates to my right arm along with numbness. Should I see a neurosurgeon or an orthopedic surgeon for this? Is surgery the only option or can it be managed with medications?

Accepted Answer

Discectomy is advised.

My mom has a 17-14mm disc prolapse at L4-L5. Will this heal on its own with rest or does she need surgery? Also, is it okay to keep doing physiotherapy for this?

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