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Do i need the MRI scanning for back pain
I have a lower back pain from alomst 4-5 months now.. have consulted physiotherapist and is practicing some exercises.. should I go for MRI scan done or wait to cure with exercises
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Hi, if you got only back pain usually settles with physio. If you got leg pain as well get MRI. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. Dehydrated disc is more prone to injury.
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Extension Exercises x 15 times x twice daily - lying on tummy, take left arm up for 3 seconds, then bring it down, right arm up for 3 seconds, bring down. Bring right leg up, hold for 3 seconds, bring it down. Then right leg up and hold for 3 seconds and bring it down. Repeat twice a day- 10 times.
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No continued the physiotherapy
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