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Pain since 2 1/2 yrs. mri done 2 times initially and now. disc bulg at l3-l4 , l4-l5, l5-s1 with no neural . focal central annular tear l4-l5, l5-s1?

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Dr. Cody Mead answered

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Hard Case: With bulging discs, it's always hard to know if they are actually the cause of pain. Many people without back pain at all have bulging discs. Since you don't have any neural involvement, you may want to consider seeing a physical therapist or chiropractor to see if they can offer you any benefit. Best of luck!

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Answered 9/28/2015

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A member asked:

Pain since 2 1/2 yrs. mri done 2 times initially and now. disc bulg at l3-l4 , l4-l5, l5-s1 with no neural . focal central annular tear l4-l5, l5-s1?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cody Mead answered

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