Degenerative disc disease

Sandy_123

Hi does any body else suffer with this and if so how do you manage it? I've had for 15 years and suffered a relapse recently which was worst one I've had,  couldnt stand or walk straight for 5 weeks and needed a wheelchair, not sure if it's deteriated as Drs not sending me for referrals or another MRI, he said it's going to happen and left it at that. But it's worse and I'm limited more then before. I've always been unable to Bend with it. How are you getting on and any tips.

janer1967

Hi and welcome 

Sorry I dont suffer with this but have seen other members here who do 

Have a look around the site and feel free to join in 

Wini1960

[email protected] Hi i have degenerative lumbar spine and sacrilitus. Physio exercises is,the only way forward but with this pandemic its tough to get any kind of help right now. When the lockdown has been lifted ask to have some physio it wont get rid of the condition, but it will help you to manage the pain. I wish you well going forward 🙂👍

Sandy_123

I've tried physio they discharged me saying they can't do any more, I try keep my spine moving till it tells me to stop because resting it is no good. I could try it again when there open.

woodbine

My dear wife has had spine problems for about 15 years now, in the early days she was refered to the local pain clinic and they were a real help for a while have you tried that?

Sandy_123

No, I've always took what consultants have prescribed or gps and played around with medications, trying to find a method. I sympathise with your wife. I know how she feels.

woodbine

You can ask your GP for a referal to the local pain clinic most hospitals have quite big depts now for pain management.
Good luck

Sandy_123

@woodbine thanks I'll look into it