Hi ~ I'm sorry you're having such trouble. I was born with an L-6 too. The neurosurgeon said that helped in making my spine unstable.

First, PLEASE do NOT go back to the Chiropractor!!! Any manipulation for a spinal patient is DANGEROUS. I have had 2 different neurosurgeons tell me that going to a chiropractor can either put you in a wheelchair or paralyze you or both. They both said that chiros aren't trained in the central nervous system enough. One wrong push, pull or turn, and you could be done for.

Have you had an MRI recently?? If so, what exactly did it say? If you haven't had one in the last year, you need a new one with and without contrast material. Ask your doc to order one. Also you should get JUST AN OPINION from a Neurosurgeon. If you spinal cord is NOT being impinged, then you probably should ask your doc for a referral to pain management. Staying conservative is the way to go. If you opt for surgery, you're going to be worse than you are now. Most people are. Pain is NEVER a reason for surgery. Surgery only corrects mechanical problems.

Best of luck and God bless. I hope you find relief soon. Hugs, Lee