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A member asked:
Have l-4 l-5 herniated discs. now stuck in bent over position and can't straighten up. lots of pain. what should i do?
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For now, get into a : Fetal position on your side to reduce symptoms and take some OTC meds if no contraindications. May need to see a physician and get some additional types of medication and PT referral or even a possible epidural steroid injection if symptoms don't improve but 90% of disc herniations are treated without surgery.
Answered 11/27/2014
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