L5s1 herniation &have a stim.rni shows arthritis in facet joints.pain around pelvis/hip groin.pain in front of thigh when rising.could this all be linked to facet joints?injectins or rhizotomy didnt work.what would be surgical options be?

Facet arthritis can't be cured, but relief of pain can be achieved by proper exercises depending upon whether flexion or extension precipitates severe back pain. Anti-inflammatory meds can help. As for the herniated intervertebral disk, a neurosurgeon isbest to advise you of treatment options after taking a history of symptoms,examining examining you&reviewing your MRI. Some symptoms r from facet

Physical therapy and McKenzie Back Exercises can help over time. Some patients find moderate relief from wearing a sacroiliac belt when up and about. A spinal surgical consult should be included, but if you can be patient, many times ruptured discs will desiccate and shrink over 9-10 months, obviating the need for any surgery.