Symptoms are variable among patients. My diagnosis was made 6 years ago after two lumbar spine surgeries so my symptoms are in my low back, buttocks, legs and feet. Improvement has been slow. I’ve tried every modality for pain and am currently planning an implant. My advice is to try to start/keep moving to maintain and build strength. Avoid dependence on opioids, sedatives and sleeping pills if you can. My symptoms have diminished somewhat but they still impact daily activity moderately. Ice provides the best pain relief for me so I keep frozen slippers and back pads in my freezer for use every day and sleep on an ice pack at night. I’m sorry you have to deal with this diagnosis. Hopefully you will get good medical advice.