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Diagnosis of moderate degenerative changes in lower back. what treatment is recommended? i am 56.

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

Conservative: Management starting with physical therapy and anti inflammatory med.

Answered 3/8/2013

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