My mom has severe leg pain and can barely walk due to compressed spinal veins seen on her MRI. The report says she has L4-L5 disk degeneration with nerve root compression and grade I anterolisthesis. Physiotherapy didn't help is surgery the only option left and how safe is it

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Is surgery necessary for a spine prolapse? I've been having pain in my legs, back, and hands, and sometimes feel feverish. What should I do?

MRI is advised,post share the report.

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I have an L4-L5 slipped disc and when I stand or walk, my right leg feels very heavy with pain and weight. There's also some discomfort in my back. What should I do? If I get surgery, will this problem go away completely? Will I be able to walk and stand without any discomfort? I've attached my report for reference.

discectomy is advised.ortho review.

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I've been diagnosed with a posterocentral extrusion at L45 with minimal caudal migration. The AP is 4, transverse is 7, and area is 28 SQ.MM at L45. I'm dealing with pain in my right thigh and backache from L45 down to S1. Wondering if rehab would work for me or if surgery is the better option. If surgery's needed, what's the success rate for my case?

physiotherapy and painkillers to manage your condition

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