Greetings

My name is Steve Marsh and I wanted to introduce myself to the forum. Here is my history:

-- 1985 - 2000: history of low back problems, generally managed through exercise, rest and bodywork

-- 2001: two L5-S1 discectomies, with good pain relief

� 2002-2004: Generally did well. Continued to have some minor low back pain, helped by Viox, a couple of epidurals in 2002. In 2003 and 2004, I began doing Yoga extensively, four to five days per week, and was feeling strong.

� January 2005: Onset of serious low back pain, worse at night when lying down and in the morning.

February/March three epidurals; no pain relief
April facet injection � no relief (seemed to make it worse)
May Discogram. Shows severe degenerative disc disease at L5-S1. Other levels okay.

Other background: I am a sports masssage therapist and have been able to do a couple of massages per day. I am no sure how much longer I will be able to do so.

I am 46 years old, married, and have a 4 � year old son. We live in Portland, Oregon.

Steve

Welcome to the neighborhood. You'll know when it's time to make a move towards surgery and you have a wealth of knowledge and support at your fingertips. http://adrsupport.org/groupee_common...icon_smile.gif

Steve - - -Welcome again -- - don`t forget those FAQ`s I told you about

Best
Alastair http://adrsupport.org/groupee_common...icon_smile.gif

Hi Steve!

Welcome to our spiney home! You will find lots of good information and awesome people to help you here.

Kat

Howdy, Steve! Hope you find the help you need here. Do read the FAQ's, as recommended by Alastair, and make extensive use of the search engine.

Any specific questions we can help you get started on?