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C5/6 a broad based disc protusion with vertebral endplate osteophytes, what to do?
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Maybe nothing: Those are fairly common findings, especially for weekend warriors. For patients with symptoms a collar can be effective in the short run. If persistent symptoms or disabilities may require surgery.
Answered 4/26/2016
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