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Noticed A Decrease In The Tissue Between L5 & S1

I have decreased tissue between L5 and S1 according to a recent X-ray. I've been unable to obtain an MRI to have further investigation into the extent of the loss of tissue but I was wondering what I could do homeopathically to help alleviate the pain I feel both in bending over and standing up.
Thu, 29 Mar 2018
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Hello,

What I can infer from your description is a disc lesion in L5 and S1 disc space of your spine. It is a common area for disc degeneration with age, and also is a common cause for low back pain. You have been advised an MRI scan to see the status of disc tissue and neural tissue. Before you get the MRI scan, I would advise you to get physiotherapy done for the pain and stiffness. It will help your pain and stiffness.



Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Santosh S Jeevannavar
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Noticed A Decrease In The Tissue Between L5 & S1

Hello, What I can infer from your description is a disc lesion in L5 and S1 disc space of your spine. It is a common area for disc degeneration with age, and also is a common cause for low back pain. You have been advised an MRI scan to see the status of disc tissue and neural tissue. Before you get the MRI scan, I would advise you to get physiotherapy done for the pain and stiffness. It will help your pain and stiffness. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Santosh S Jeevannavar