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I have mild arthrosis and marginal osteophyte formation as seen by a xray. my doctor recommends physical therapist. would seeing a physical therapist help me or cause me to lose more cartilage and height because of the exercises prescribe? im 32 yr
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No: Physical therapy would be needed to increase muscular strength around affected areas. Sometimes, if done in excess may cause the opposite by worsening pain.
Answered 3/22/2020
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