hi. 67 years old and have 2-yr old stonogram results (from kidney stone then): rightward deviation lumbar, Osteophytes seen, narrowing of intervertebral disc space severe at L2-3, L5-S1. Schmorl s nodes in some vertebral body endplates. Vac disc phenom appreciated at L5-S1. I ve had patchy feeling on feet bottoms a few years. for last 4 months, severe sciatic rt side pain that moves around to diff locations/symptoms in rt leg Daily. Rare, if ever, lower back or other pain, but must be careful. I live in the Philippines, altho US citizen. Should I just continue my almost 50-yr vegetarian diet and avoid inflammatory foods, and expect gradual deterioration? If these symptoms include my other (good) leg, walking may be nearly impossible. I m totally against any pain meds and would prefer management only. Question: Any other suggestions? (PS: I really don t trust local doctors here!) Thanks