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What Is The Name Of The Alternative Back Surgery Where They Inject Fluid Between Disks ?

I have been told that there is a alternative back surgery method a doctor in Texas is trying which consists of injecting fluid between the disks. Do you know the name of this procedure? I am facing back surgery and would like to explore other options. Thank You. Glenn
Thu, 20 Mar 2014
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Hello,

I have studied your case.

There are various procedure which include chemonucleolysis ,ozone therapy and injection hyglan.
MRI spine will show any disc bulge is there or not.
And when muscle sprain is confirmed muscle relaxant, analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.
Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.

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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What Is The Name Of The Alternative Back Surgery Where They Inject Fluid Between Disks ?

Hello, I have studied your case. There are various procedure which include chemonucleolysis ,ozone therapy and injection hyglan. MRI spine will show any disc bulge is there or not. And when muscle sprain is confirmed muscle relaxant, analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. 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