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I have an esi tomorrow in my l4-l5 and l5-s6. i was planning on flying on wed december 23rd. will i be able too without a risk in spinal pressure?

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Dr. Mark Weston answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Should be fine: Flying days after ESI not contraindicated make sure you stop blood thinners including asprin prior should be fine

Dr Seibert and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/19/2015

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A member asked:

I have an esi tomorrow in my l4-l5 and l5-s6. i was planning on flying on wed december 23rd. will i be able too without a risk in spinal pressure?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Weston answered

Dr Seibert and another doctor agreed

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