support for understanding cervival myelopathy with osteoporosis,
Diagnosed with spinal stenosis, degenerative spine disease, cervival myelopathy. Osteoporosis - unable to do surgery to release cord compression at this time due to low bone density. How do people deal with the fact that paralysis is the soon end result.
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irisrose, go on medication and have the decompressive surgery in six months. I'd suggest Tymlos or Forteo if your medical history agrees. Meanwhile, or while finding the right surgeon, get an appointment with a pain clinic, best in a university setting if you are anywhere near a university. Check back in with us.