Advice on Lower back degenerative disc disease

Dwain_dibly72

Hi all just found this site and looking for some advice on Lower back degenerative disc disease I've had it for around 6 years now been to gp had x rays etc phisio chiropractor etc but to no avail gp just keeps perscribing naproxen which works but I don't want to be taking them long term I'm looking for a safer alternative
Thanks 

Ami2301

Hi @Dwain_dibly72 welcome to the community! Have you been referred to a pain management clinic?

Gerald

Hi Dwain_dibly72 welcome to the community

Dwain_dibly72

No the gp didn't seem bothered when I asked about alternatives a few months ago 

Ami2301

I think this would be beneficial to you, are you able to consult another GP for a second opinion?

Dwain_dibly72

Lol that's easy I never see the same gp 

Ami2301

Ah...I understand it is frustrating however keep trying to get a referral, hoping a doctor listens soon!

Dwain_dibly72

I'll have another go at speaking to them and ask if I could be refferd to pain management 

Ami2301

Good luck! If no further forward then we will help you try and find another solution

Dwain_dibly72

Thanks I'll keep you posted ?

catweazle

My husband has a degenerative back since 2017 an operation wasn't successful cage put inabd bolts and screws. A follow appointment has been cancelled a few times and rebooked for March 24.