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Hi i have a bulging disk at L5 caused by a fall some years age. It has really begun to hinder my activities, can anything be done to alleviate the pain? The specialist said they only options were pain killers or fusion. I am still active, dance, walk, swim etc. i am 69 years old 5 4 and 106 lbs. thank you YYYY@YYYY
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How Can Pain In The Lower Back Be Treated?
Hello, Specialist advice seems to be acceptable. If it is restricting your activity fusion seems to be a good option until then pain killers can be taken. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regard, Dr. Fahim Sheik