Hi annie, I just did a little research on this. I am not a doctor by any means, but I wouldn't do this therapy after seeing the condition of 5. You have a definate vertrebre trying to go over the other one. I can also see why laying flat would be a painful thing. See a PM doc. until you decide on your course of action. I am so sorry you are young having to go through this. You don't have to worry about seeming to complain, you have every right to vent and question this. We are behind you on your decision and will support you through what ever you have to do. Be good to yourself. ginnie