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    Disc Herniations, Surgery, and Laser Therapy

    enDecember 28, 2020
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    About this Episode

    Lower back surgeries are performed much more often in the US than anywhere else in the world. In this episode Dr. Rountree details what herniated discs are and how many people may avoid surgery with a conservative care approach.


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