Spondylosis is quite a broad term that generally refers to some type of spinal degeneration. Therefore, it doesn't necessarily explain what is causing your pain. Have you considered seeing a local chiropractor/osteopath/physiotherapist who might look at your problem from a slightly different perspec...

Whilst I'm sure your friend has the best of intentions, there is no substitute for having a proper assessment and diagnosis. I would suggest that without a significant improvement to your symptoms in the near future, you try to get assessed in France.
Kind regards
Stephen

Hi Sarah The speed of onset of osteoarthritis symptoms would generally be gradual, but this isn't always the case. Many factors influence the development of osteoarthritis including genetics, diet, smoking, exercise, obesity and other lifestyle choices. In an attempt to provide a direct answer to yo...

Hi. I'm sorry to hear that your husband is in such severe pain. You don't say where in his back he has pain, but symptoms from a thoracic disc bulge would be quite unusual. So it's possible that the disc bulge is somewhat of a red herring. If there has been no improvement, or if in fact things are g...

Hello. I'm sorry to hear that you are still having problems after 4 years. Disc injuries are extremely common and can become very painful if the disc material starts pushing on a nerve. Try to find someone locally who specializes in treating disc injuries. A personal recommendation is a good startin...

Hello Lymphoedema and lipoedema have similar symptoms. In fact lymphoedema can develop as a result of lipoedema. Wearing compression stockings and taking some gentle exercise may be of some help. Additionally massage may also be of some benefit. I suggest that you make an appointment with your GP to...

Hi Julian. I'm sorry to hear that are struggling with chronic pain. Firstly have you had any investigations into what is causing the problem? If not I strongly recommend that you do so. Please don't think that just because your pain is chronic there isn't any hope for you. Indeed the majority of new...

Hi. As has already been suggested, a first time incident of acute onset low back pain should resolve quite nicely without the need for further intervention. Keeping mobile is very important, but do try to avoid activities which exacerbate the pain. Commonly this will include things like bending forw...