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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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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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.

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Answered 1/26/2019

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A member asked:

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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Hegab and another doctor agreed

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