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Do you need to have corrective surgery for scoliosis?

My doctor has diagnosed me with scoliosis but doesn't seem to be very concerned about it. Right now, I'm using a brace to help straighten my spine, but would I need to have corrective...
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Treatment options for spinal stenosis?

My friend has spinal stenosis, and it's affecting his quality of life. What are the treatment options for spinal stenosis?
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How long does it take to recover from spinal cord surgery?

I need to have surgery to remove a tumor on my spinal cord, but my doctor hasn't told me how long the recovery period for this surgery would be. How long does it take to fully...
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Can posture cause a hunched back?

I have terrible posture. It was a lot better when I was a kid, but as I got older, I really just been slouching more often. Could slouching cause me to have hunchback when I'm...
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Will my surgery end my career?

I'm in college football, D1, and it's really the time to start thinking about my future career. I've sat out this whole entire season because of my back, and I need to have surgery...
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Orthopedic surgeon or neurosurgeon for a spine problem?

I think I need to have surgery on my spine for spondylolisthesis, which I was diagnosed with a few months ago. My orthopedist wanted to treat it with rest and medication, but...
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Does scoliosis need surgery?

I was diagnosed with scoliosis when I was a child, and it was never really corrected. The doctors have been monitoring it, and I wore a brace but it barely worked. I'm not in...
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My son has tension in his legs from playing basketball. How can I help him?

My son has tension in his legs from playing basketball, and he plays almost constantly because of school. What are some therapies that can help him not get this muscle tension?...
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I'm having pain along my spine. Will a chiropractor help me?

I have a lot of pain along my spine and it's pretty unbearable. I'm not sure why it's happening, and I often try to ease it with a brace and a heating pad. Can a chiropractor...
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I have severe back pain at the bottom of my spine. Do you think a surgery might be required?

I am suffering from a tremendous amount of pain right at the bottom of my back. Do you think a surgery might be required to treat this condition? Are there other ways to get...
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How can I correct the hunch in my back?

I have a hunched back, and I'm only in my thirties. Is there anything I can do to correct it?
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I am suffering from spondalytis. Is there a treatment for this condition?

I was diagnosed with spondalytis over a month ago, and I'm having so much pain because of it. Is there anything that I can do for the treatment?
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How long will my back take to recover after surgery?

I need to have back surgery after a serious fall. How long will it take for me to recover completely after the surgery? Other than this injury, I am, otherwise, healthy.
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My son hurt his back in a football game. Is surgery or chiropractic care best for him?

My 15 year old son is in intense pain after having his back injured during a football game. Xrays show he has a few badly herniated discs. I want him to feel better again but...
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Can my spinal pain be treated with a surgery?

After a car accident, I started to get severe pain in my spine. Can this be treated with surgery?
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My mother has to have a laminectomy. What is that exactly?

My mom's orthopedic surgeon says she needs a laminectomy to relieve the terrible back pain she's been having. What exactly is this procedure?
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How soon after a hip disc surgery can I resume my normal life?

I am due for a hip disc surgery. How soon after this surgery can I resume my normal life? Is there a certain weight limit for lifting I should abide by?
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Are steroids used for early healing after a spine surgery?

Are steroids used for early healing from spinal surgery? Does it speed up recovery?
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My son hurt his back and needs to undergo surgery. Will it affect his future life?

My son whose 14 years old had a nasty fall and hurt his back. He needs to undergo surgery to fix his spine. Will he be able to fully recover?
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