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Diagnosed With Prolapsed Disc, Facet Joint Hypertrophy. Severe Back Pain. Relief With Dihydrocodeine Pain Killers
Dear Dr Grief Iam 66, quite fit, 5 8 tall and I weigh 168 pounds. I have had two MRI Scans and diagnosed with a prolapsed L5 Disc and facet joint hypertrophy . I have severe back pain in varying degrees for 5 years. I have had: - 2x lumbar epidurals and 2 lots of radio denervation, vast amounts of physiotherapy, osteopathy , acupunctiure, exercise, chiropractor, pilates , pain classes and tens. These have had little effect. The most significant help is taking dihydrocodeine pain killers. What can I do to fix it?
Mon, 27 May 2013
Hi,
It sounds as though you have tried all the conservative treatments available. Perhaps you should see an orthopedic surgeon for advice on whether surgery may something to offer you.
It sounds as though you have tried all the conservative treatments available. Perhaps you should see an orthopedic surgeon for advice on whether surgery may something to offer you.
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