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Lower pain in my lower back
In my MRI report seen l4 l5 vertibrea anterior and posterior osteophytes
Before 1 year now I managed with medications and Ayurvedic treatment now I can't feel any pain
Sir now I would like to get a MRI scan of lower back because many physician told me MRI is not only tools to dagnose osteophytes
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Osteophytes are degenerative changes in the vertebral body often known as lipping or protruding parts from the vertebral body. As it's a bony change it's best visualized with x-rays. MRIs are done for imaging non skeletal tissues like the discs, spinal cord, peripheral nerves etc. Well toned spinal muscles, proper posture and spinal mobility will help in lessening the load to the skeleton and will help in the long term. Consult with a Physiotherapist for a customized exercise programme and ergonomic consultation which will help in better posture, as posture deviation accounts for degenerative spine changes.
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