I feel for you, it’s no joke not being able to sleep through the night! I have similar problems staying asleep, I have arthritis, a perineural cyst and an L4-5 lumbar fusion that’s not stopped all of my back pain. I do take pain meds, but that’s a personal decision we all must make for ourselves. I would not be able to function without some pain relief. Quality of life is more important to me than worrying about being dependent on meds.
You might Try a product called Charlottes Web; I bought the hemp cbd roll-on oil for my arthritic hands. It actually brings relief and is sold over the counter at my pharmacy or purchased online at their website. A doctor recommended it to me, he has severe arthritis in his shoulders; he said when he uses it he can raise his arms overhead.
I also use an adjustable bed to find the ‘zero gravity setting, and a heating pad. I wish you a solution to your pain!