I remember you being kind to me before my surgery. I am so sorry you are hurting with your back. I was told nothing could be done to my neck to correct it more. However six years later, when one was folded on top of another,(there is a name for that) they did indeed do the difficult surgery. In my case I took meds for six years fully thinking I would live in horrible pain for life. I was told I needed the surgery and found a good dr. 8 months later, I am doing so much better. Gosh, maybe I would have to hunt around. My pain dr. was the one who wanted me to have the surgery. There was no med. or infussion that helped for long. I belive help exists, or a combination of meds. that will help you. Don't stop trying. ginnie