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I have a trapped nerve in lower back that is causing pain in toes. told to try endep and physio. would surgery better option? will damage get worse?

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Low back nerve: surgery is never and should never be a first option after PT. Firstly have a Pain doctor/Anesthesiologist look at the MRI and exam you. Then you may be better with a epidural steroid or transforaminal injection first.

Answered 7/12/2017

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A member asked:

I have a trapped nerve in lower back that is causing pain in toes. told to try endep and physio. would surgery better option? will damage get worse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

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