I'm 68. I like the suggestion to 'possibly' cauterize the nerves. My hip doesn't have nerve pain however. I have numbness/tingling on the other leg from jamming a nerve in the groin I injured while bicycling. Neurologist said to correct that would take 'extraordinary' efforts, so I'm living with that for now. Still looking what to do about the hip pain from scoliosis. Meanwhile, I suspect this is what eventually kills a person... living with intractable issues to the point where the body gives up! Thanks for the comments. Have you ever found a good chiropractor? (when they are exceptionally skilled, they seem to alleviate any problem). Also, have you found a good physical therapist that has made helpful exercise suggestions? It's very tough figuring out how to 'manage' chronic pain. I have some DJD in my spine (lumbar) too. The only pain med I take is Advil (or Motrin 800mg I break in half sometimes- was from a dentist) when it's too uncomfortable. What about you? I went to a pain specialist once and refused opioids.