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Can Physiotherapy Help Cure Mild Back Compression?

My son who is 16 years old. Have mild compression in his lower back (l4 l5). He is under physio therapy for the last 1 month and having omega 3 tabs for the last 2 months. He is having a very thin body. His doctor a neuro surgen says it is only a mild compression and will be alright by physio therapy. Why my son still having the same pain without any considerable difference even after 1 months physio therapy. Currently he is taking complete rest at home. Not attending his studies. Please reply. What to do further?
Tue, 15 Jul 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

Your MRI says disc compression which leads to compression of exiting nerve root which later on supply limb [leg].Due to compression of this nerve root there is tingling numbness in your leg and pain associated with it.

Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.

You may continue physiotherapy. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.

I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.
MRI shows disc compressing on nerve root then surgical decompression is permanent solution.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Take care.
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Can Physiotherapy Help Cure Mild Back Compression?

Hello, I have studied your case. Your MRI says disc compression which leads to compression of exiting nerve root which later on supply limb [leg].Due to compression of this nerve root there is tingling numbness in your leg and pain associated with it. Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor. You may continue physiotherapy. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. MRI shows disc compressing on nerve root then surgical decompression is permanent solution. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Take care.