Hello treecat,
What you are experiencing is called the medical merry-go-round. It is an awful ride that nobody likes being on. Yet it does happen. I left a doctor myself, as I didn't get what I needed, information.... Keep going forward and find that doctor who you are comfortable with, and will take all your back issues serioiusly. Nobody can make decisions like that with different doctors telling you different things, and then one says I can't help you. I wish they knew how that felt! You will find a doctor who has all the knowledge and compassion you need if you just keep going. I did seek out several before I had my spinal fusion. Good luck to you, and know that you are not alone in this kind of thing. I hope the ride stops, and that you get the help you need. ginnie