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Doc just told me i have a l5 pars fracture. i injured it 7 months ago. is it to late for it to start to heal?
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A little late 4 it 2: ....Heal, also late 4 casting;/or bracing. Usually cn in lineman ; gymnasts. B sure u r cing a spine surgeon who has ruled out a developmental defect. Depending on ur age ; symptoms, a surgical option may face u.Young kids can heal with bracing if diagnosed early . No good image available. Good luck.
Answered 9/19/2020
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