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Slipped disc painful after physical therapy?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: If physical therapy did not satisfactorily relieve pain from your "slipped disc", you may want to followup with a specialist to discuss other options.

Dr Anyanwu agreed

Answered 9/14/2017

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