Just returned from major spine meeting. Highlights are that less invasive surgeries are effective but use of screws and rods should be limited to very specific use.Research shows that surgery best option for severe stenosis with buttocks and leg pain.Epidural mills have really have not been shown to be effective in longterm controlled studies. The new theme is is evidence based medicine and surgery when non-surgical options fail. Look at credentials and your doctors experience!

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