Thanks for your input on pain clinics, Cathy! I am just about ready to try anything. a I also found out about a highly regarded Spine Dr that is affiliated w/my DS's ortho.

So, whatever I find out from the MRI, I will be seeking a couple of opinions, to be sure. This is not an area I want to second guess. He said according to the Xray that the bone spur is pressing on nerves and close to spinal cord.

I am a little skiddish, as w/the Osteo, I wonder what my options will be, since the spine bones are brittle.

But...all the worrying in the world is not going to decrease my pain, so be quiet DM!!!