When should I worry about upper back pain?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

General Practitioner

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1+ Yrs

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If pain develops suddenly and is severe, such as from an injury ( fall) and if pain and symptoms (eg, weakness) progressively worsen you should seek medical attention.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I was diagnosed with AVN possibly in the first or second stage and was told core decompression might be needed. Is there any chance it can be treated with just medications without surgery? I have my CT, MRI, and X-ray reports could I share them with you for your opinion if you provide an email address?

we can then consider surgical options.

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I've been having pain in my left knee for about two months now, and sometimes it makes a cracking sound when I straighten it. What could be causing this, and is surgery something I might need?

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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I've had back pain for about a year now and my X-ray showed spondylolysis at L5-S1. I've heard about chiropractic care but I'm really not keen on surgery. What would you recommend as the best treatment option for this?

Core training and strengthening of back muscles play a major role in managing back pain. Dynamic stimulation therapy for strengthening of back muscles have shown good results in similar cases. It gives long lasting pain relief and also helps to arrest further degeneration.

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