Hi. I ve just had an MRI scan and it showed evidence of l4-l5 degenerative disc and possibly root canal stenosis . I am 58 years old . Does this mean it all goes down hill from now on ? Ha ha I do suffer with lower back pain my hips are very stiff and painful along with very painful knees and other things but the list is endless . I would be interested to hear your views. L. Evans ( mrs)
HiDe generative disc with canal stenosis occurs as a result of degenerative process of aging in the spine. In addition to back pain it causes numbness and heaviness in legs on walking. The treatment depends upon the amount of stenosis and your symptoms.  In some, symptoms improve with medication and activity modification. In others if it does not work, surgery can give relief.  But your spine doctor can tell you better after examining you and seeing your scans. Bye