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My mri showed l5-s1 disc bulge with mild facet arthropathy at l4-5 and l5-s1. as well as l5-s1 ligamentum flavum hypertrophy and facet arthropathy??
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Spinal Arthritis: Your MRI results are consistent with age. Often these findings do not cause any pain. A lifetime of use, injuries (sports/falls) are consistent with these findings. Most people have similar "arthritic" changes in the spine after age 25. I assume you are symptomatic. PT, weight control and strengthening your back would good first steps. Listening to your pain is very important to avoid re-injuring.
Answered 1/22/2021
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