I know what you’re going through. I attached the MRI from 2019. Disc degeneration is awful and has been progressively taking more joy from life. Last year I had a fourth epidural injection and it made pain worse so I bought a mobility scooter. I am accepted into a Pain Clinic at a nearby hospital and they will try nerve ablation. I hope that is helpful. Their next treatment is meditation, deep breathing and counselling which I have done for 30 years plus I had acupuncture for years. For the last 15+ years I slept on the floor with a thin portable pad, necessary for some sleep. We finally bought a very firm mattress last year so helpful and not be bothered with the floor. Hah my knees have arthritis so getting up was a problem. It is helpful to know my condition isn’t unique. We can always feel the empathy from others.