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I suffered a c4 c5 c5 c6 and t7 t8 disc protrusion. the workmans comp dr is instant that a protrusion and a strain are the same. is this accurate?
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No: A strain is related to muscle or connective tissue. A disc protrusion is secondary to arthritis or a herniation.
Answered 12/31/2017
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Short answer is No: I would recommend getting evaluating by an orthopedic or spine surgeon.
Answered 12/24/2017
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