Hi my name is Pam. I'm 49yrs old. Went thru menopause at 42. Ben dismissed with +2 osteoporosis, mild lumbar scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, disc desiccation, disc bulge l5 s1 of 3 to 4 ml, an annular posterior tear of l4 l5, with mild arthritis.
Disc injury occurred at work. I'm a glorified nursing assistant in the Cath lab where I do lots of bed pushing, patient transferring, CPR, and wear lead while in the lab.
I've been of work for a month. No Neuro issues such as pain shooting down legs etc. Just the low back pain which can be sudden and excruciatingly painful.
How do you see my prognosis for pain relief. Worsening of things. And the future of my job?
I am Cheney awaiting a consult with the pain management specialist.Thank you