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In 2018 i suffered a l3 and l4 facet joint sprain leading to lumbopelvic movement disfunction. i'm still in some pain and discomfort, i have complete movement and am active. my family has a history of spinal issue. what should i do, who should i see?
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Low back pain: A thorough spine evaluation is best carried out at a clinic that specializes in spinal disorders. Appropriate testing and therapy will be arranged. If no such clinic is available, I recommend consulting an orthopedic specialist.
Answered 1/26/2019
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