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What is a central disc protrusion? how is it treated?

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Dr. Mark Weston answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

In my opinion: I consider this to be an asymptomatic incidental finding it should be treated with reassurance

Answered 4/25/2016

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