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Does having a bone spur on a facet joint mean there is arthritis in the joint?injured 6months ago working out. it's hurt ever since. ct showed this
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Yes: The bone spur is usually caused by local inflammation or irritation. It can be part of your bodies defense mechanisim . If this was caused by a prior injury physical therapy exercises and joint conservation techniques are the most portent at your age.
Answered 2/16/2014
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