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My mum has 2 bulging disks and can't have surgery. is there another way?

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Dr. Tracy Berg answered

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Physical therapy: Okay to ask your doc why she was not a surgery candidate. Okay to ask for physical therapy, it can be helpful. Be well and good luck.

Answered 7/2/2013

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A member asked:

My mum has 2 bulging disks and can't have surgery. is there another way?

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Dr. Tracy Berg answered

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