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Diagnosed pars defect @ l5. persistent pain. current cna is this a bad job position. what are my options for treatment.

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Pars defect: may or may not be the cause of your pain. See a specialist before you change jobs. Don't become a neurologist if you have back pain.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Diagnosed pars defect @ l5. persistent pain. current cna is this a bad job position. what are my options for treatment.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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