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Suggest Treatment For Gap In Lower Vertebrate Bones

my father is 73 years old. recently it was found that there is a gap in his lower vertebrate bones which is double than normal (MRI scan of backbone) .Plz suggest how to go about his treatment and also whom we can consult. We stay near Kolkata Airport.
Thu, 30 Apr 2015
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Hello,

I have studied your case.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.

For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started consulting your doctor.
Till time, avoid lifting weights.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.

If Your lumbar scan shows some disc bulge of severe variety then you may need surgical decompression.
Physiotherapy for lumbar spine also.
Epidural injection shot may help if no relief.

Avoid lifting weights. Avoid bending forwards.

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.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Gap In Lower Vertebrate Bones

Hello, I have studied your case. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started consulting your doctor. Till time, avoid lifting weights. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. If Your lumbar scan shows some disc bulge of severe variety then you may need surgical decompression. Physiotherapy for lumbar spine also. Epidural injection shot may help if no relief. Avoid lifting weights. Avoid bending forwards. 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. Wishing you good health. Take care.