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I have a herniated disc. the dr has recomended a laminotomy. should i do it?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depends: If the symptoms have not responded to simpler measures, are intolerable to you, include severe weakness interfering with day to day function, prevent bladder emptying (strongest reason), surgery is a good option.
Answered 11/20/2013
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Radiculopathy: If you have a disabling radiculopathy that is affecting your overall fitness, goals and health, and conservative treatments have failed, it is a next step for people who do not want to lose there fitness, goals and spine health. A thorough evaluation necessary to know.
Answered 5/7/2016
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