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Husband right leg does not function uses cane and drags leg. still falls often. he had surgery to remove disk and had spacer put in but leg no?
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Leg problem: This problem is most likely neurological and related to your husband's back (disk) issue. I assume you have discussed this with the surgeon. If not, do so asap. Nerve injury is certainly a concern.
Answered 5/30/2015
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