Pampa, TX
A 41-year-old female asked:
Ct scan of pelvis- l5/s1 degenerative disc disease with loss of disc height, vacuum phenomena, endplate sclerosis and anterior bridging osteophytes. i have tremendous back pain, time to see a back specialist?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
Start with your primary care provided. The radiology findings may or may not be related to your back pain. It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you.
Regular aerobic exercise will help by improving strength and flexibility of your muscles. Any exercise for 30 minutes will do that makes you sweat.
Wish you good health!
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Reviewed Aug 04, 2021
Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 54 years experience
Your post does not mention any factors raising critical need for surgery. Would suggest you see a physiatrist and engage in conservative interventions. You might be a candidate for injections. Stretching and exercises, especially McKenzie back exercises would be useful.. Swimming has helped many with chronic low back pain.
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