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I have hemisacralization on the left side of l5.gives me lowerback pain everyday.any exercise to minimize pain?is yoga & swim ok?or do i need surgery?
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L5: An MRI is an important test to check for pressure on exiting nerve roots.
Answered 6/22/2020
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