I have a thoracic anterior herniation and surgeons decline to operate due to risks. im a nurse and cant stand more than an hour. its been recommended to get scs but insurance has denied. my quality of life has diminished greatly due to pain?

DIsc disease is relative to the clinical picture. When considering a spinal condition a provider should not place all the weight on an MRI. Because a disc out of place does NOT directly equal pain or a clinical syndrome. A spinal problem is much more than a finding on an MRI, function is more important. Seek out doctors that can focus on rehabilitation and consider the entire picture.

Would urge a physical therapist evaluate and treat you. This could be started within a warm pool and later, as tolerated, could move to exercise program