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Facet lig tear 6 months ago went miss diagnosed on right side now same pain on left side. im 22 do they ever heal. bone spur on right side with poppin?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

See ORS or NS: Again , i would suggest seeing a board certified ors ( w/ subspecialtry training in spine) or a neurosurgeon . Possibly a 2nd opinion @ this point may help you clarify your diagnosis , teeatment alternatives and prognosis. Best of luck!

Answered 2/22/2014

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes They Can Heal: Platelet Rich Plasma is a treatment that has shown good success however is considered experimental at this time. The basic theory is it helps to strengthen the ligaments around the facet joint using your own platelets/growth factors and therefore reducing stress on the joint by tightening them up. Its safer than steroid injection and can heal tissues. Pretty cool stuff. Check out Regenexx.Com.

Answered 7/18/2014

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