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What are the best ways to treat mal-alignment of l3-l4 in lower back?

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Majority non op: Typical mechanical back pain is treated without surgery 90% of the time with occasional use of otc medication, bracing & activity modification along with core strengthening exercises, flexibilty routines & cardio ones-other type is acquired spondylolisthesis with 70% getting same treatment. Surgery is a fusion +- laminectomy for this other 30%. Weight control & not smoking is important too..

Answered 12/9/2013

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