Wow, okay - I found a really great explanation for all these findings and more.
X-ray Evidence of Osteoarthritis - Joint Damage On Osteoarthritis X-ray
Now, as to what it means for my condition, treatment (surgery), well that's a big question.
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Cathy
46 years old. 12-15 years of intermittent pain, 2 years with constant pain.
DDD, L4-5 and L5-S1, pain confirmed by discogram.
PT, ESI's, Facet injection and block, Acupuncture - all no help.
2-level (Prodisc-L) ADR surgery with Dr. Bertagnoli, May 26, 2009.
Currently taking Opana-ER (tapering off) and oxycodone
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