When should I worry about upper back pain?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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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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Is elbow surgery for cubitus valgus allowed in the army and is it considered safe? I'm worried about the risks and whether it could affect my service eligibility

Kindly see the terms and conditions of appointment Surgery for cubitus valgus usually gives good results.

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My 12-year-old cousin has a slightly curved spine and sometimes gets leg pain is surgery the only option for her or are there other treatments we should consider?

For mild scoliosis, physiotherapy and monitoring are preferred unless worsening; surgery is rarely first-line.

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I had ACL reconstruction surgery using a hamstring graft from my own leg. Does the part where they took the graft grow back or heal completely? Will my hamstring ever be the same as before the surgery?

The donor site in hamstring graft heals but might not fully regain original strength; with rehab, function usually recovers well but may feel slightly different.

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