out the 'spinal disorders' forum , just scroll on down the 'menu' and GO!

I'm betting that you'll find many there who are in similar situations and who have a whole host of info and experiences they could share.

As for your GP, it sounds like you should be checking out spinal injury specialists or neurologists in your area... Teaching hospitals are a good starting point.. To find a doc that may seem to fit your needs, web up those hospitals and click on to the medical area...you can then get lists of docs who are practicing there...Then 'web' up their resumes, find out what papers they've been in on [research] and what specific areas they work in..

I am reluctant to say quit your GP, w/o insurance it's hard to get any second opinions that could help you 'shop' for another doc. It could be a matter of him knowing it's all out of his knowledge areas, not wanting to admit it, laziness, or a combo of any of the above. I hope you get LUCKY, hit that longed for GOLDMINE and find a doc who actually knows what's happening and can actually DO something for you!

Good thoughts to tide you over until then! - j