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Is A Discectomy Effective In The Treatment Of Pain Behind The Lower Leg?
Hello im due for a discectomy in about 4 weeks from now, & i wanted to know how long is the procedure & will it benefit me as far as the pain in my lower back of leg which radiates to my hip down to my whole left side. & is it a out patient procedure.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The pain behind the lower leg can be due to nerve root compression due to protruding disc. Discectomy can help.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The pain behind the lower leg can be due to nerve root compression due to protruding disc. Discectomy can help.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
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