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Which Specialist Doctor Should Be Seen For A Fracture In The L4 Vertebra?
My 34 year old daughter has been told she had an unhealed stress fracture in L-4. It happened after 2009 but she is unsure exactly when it occurred. What sort of physician should she see for advice / opinion. She is a lifelong equestrian and runner. Mother of two young children (2 & 4)
Tue, 7 Aug 2018
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Consult an orthopaedic surgeon with expertise in spine cases will be the best choice. Most often conservative management will be enough and surgery may not be required.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Consult an orthopaedic surgeon with expertise in spine cases will be the best choice. Most often conservative management will be enough and surgery may not be required.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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