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  | My experience was nearly identical to dgpeak.  My back problems started at age 18.  I am 60 now.  I tried many things over the years which helped a little but did not take care of it.  My worst position was sitting down.  I too had the same experience with doctors- they said surgery is the last resort.  I had a microdiscectomy done in 2009 and am very satisfied.  I have to watch what I do, but it was very successful.  Daily stretches and strengthening your core muscles is very important. |  |
 
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