"sf" > wrote in message
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> You need to change doctors. My son in law had chronic back problems
> and his previous doctor managed his pain with drugs. The new doctor
> discovered two underlying issues that needed to be dealt with before
> they could address his disk problem. 6 months later, he's playing in
> an adult soccer league and is pain free - no back surgery required.
>

I'm glad he was given some peace! Actually, there is no talk about surgery
for my back. Just the PT. I don't want surgery. My surgery tomorrow is
for bone spurs in my foot.

That said, younger people heal quicker from injuries, and my problem is
directly related to age and deterioration of the disks.