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Wat Can I Do About Severe Pain In The Lower Back On The Right Side When I Have A Herniated Disk At L2 - L3?

Having severe pain in lower back on right side, I have a herniated disk at L2-L3 that i am currently getting injections for ( next one scheduled in 2 weeks) , and a fusion with instrumentation at L3-L4. Whats the best treatment to last me till then or am I having another issue altogether.
Mon, 19 Dec 2022
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Hi,

As you have already planned for surgery, you can continue with physiotherapy and analgesics till your surgery has been done to alleviate your pain.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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Wat Can I Do About Severe Pain In The Lower Back On The Right Side When I Have A Herniated Disk At L2 - L3?

Hi, As you have already planned for surgery, you can continue with physiotherapy and analgesics till your surgery has been done to alleviate your pain. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon