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Is surgery the answer to most ongoing back or neck pain problems ?
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No: Absolutely not ! if you are told by the first doctor you see that you need surgery, get a second opinion. As a matter of fact, any time you are told that you need neck or back surgery, get a second opinion.
Answered 3/23/2012
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No: There are many far less invasive options. Surgery is far from always effective when it is performed.
Answered 11/26/2013
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