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What causes inflammation in the lower back? i was told i have some intreval loss of space in my l5 s1 reigion. what does this mean? will it get worse?
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Normal aging: By the time we reach 40 years of age greater 50% of patients will have some degree of degenerative disc disc. One cannot stop but exercise and proper body mechanics can keep it from being symptomatic. It is normal aging of the spine and not everyone has symptoms.
Answered 4/21/2019
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Back Pain: Please continue to be followed by your doctor. Also search John Sarno, MD, who provides a mind-body approach to pain that can be very useful, even for physically-based pain. Peace and good health.
Answered 4/29/2019
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