Spinal Stenosis: Strong Evidence of Disability

If your medical records indicate that you have spinal stenosis in your spine, and you have symptoms such as pain, numbness, pins & needles sensation, and weakness, you most likely have a strong claim for Social Security disability.
As I discuss in this video, spinal stenosis means that there is an abnormal narrowing of your spinal canal. This can be caused by arthritis, bone spurs, injuries or just aging. Stenosis can also occur in the cervical (neck) spine, thoracic (mid-back) spine, or lumbar (low back) spine.
Often, surgery may be recommended, but, remember that Social Security cannot deny benefits to you if you choose not to undergo surgery, even if that surgery would likely correct the problem. This is because every back or neck surgery carries with it the risk of death or paralysis.
Often disability claimants who are not candidates for surgery or who are not willing to take the risk of back surgery end up in long term pain management, and generally disability judges will conclude that such a person could not reliably perform work because of the side effects of pain medications.
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[@berryjones1919]

The most excruciating pain I’ve ever experienced.

[@moppyc1]

Totally agree with you and it's relentless.

[@greysongriffin9850]

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[@genesisdavis9111]

@Greyson Griffin instablaster :)

[@greysongriffin9850]

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[@greysongriffin9850]

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[@fightingbear8537]

This is very painful. I wished there was a cure for it!

[@timsweeney6832]

My Spinal cord stimulator cut my pain by 40-50%. Enough where I don't want to kill myself.

[@Tonetwisters]

See my comment above. At least it's HOPE ...

[@Tonetwisters]

@@timsweeney6832 Try adding in not being able to breathe due to asthma and severe allergies and a bad heart valve ... BUT my advice is to RESEARCH! There are natural cures for a LOT of illnesses these days. See my note above.

[@adriennenelson7138]

Mr. General I feel your pain

[@MizRuthie]

@@Tonetwisters your comment must have disappeared. I'd like to know what the "hope" is.

[@kasondaleigh]

Thank you Mr. Ginsburg! I just found out that I won because of severe spinal stenosis, but really ALL YOUR VIDEOS HELPED. I knew how to answer properly without fibbing and in relation to how my work life was affected, all because you offered this information online. I can’t thank you enough for helping to change my life for the better. Now I can breathe again. Love from California ❤️

[@ssdattorney]

That is great to hear - thank you for letting me know.

[@mslizzardroscoe9051]

Hi there! I have that same diagnosis, (weakness in right arm) along few other diagnosis. And sadly I was denied! They said that whole wasn’t fit enough to work my last job, but I should be able to work at certain others. Can you please tell me is short what you said to them in regards to how your condition was affecting your job/work? Thanks,

[@bocadaisy11]

This man is very kind. I thank him for reaching out to me.

[@ssdattorney]

My pleasure.

[@lydiaanello6208]

Thank you JESUS CHRIST you are a blessing. I have spinal stenosis grade 3 and I am confident thanks to you im moving forward

[@Tonetwisters]

See my comment above.

[@jeannejoyce-stone746]

I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis about 7 years ago & in a wheel chair. I could not walk, stand or sit for more than a few minutes. The pain was in my buttocks & all the way down my legs. My son did some research on the condition & found that people who used an inversion table got good relief. I got one & started going on it twice a day. Within 3 months I was able to walk without the wheelchair. Now, I go on the table once a month for 10 minutes & it keeps the spinal stenosis under control. If you have spinal stenosis, get yourself an inversion table & use it every day until the pain goes away. I guarantee it.

[@kasunperera7764]

Thank you so much for the comment. I just came to know i have this. I dont have leg pain but cant stay stand up longer time because of back pain. I have herniated disc in L4/L5 and moderate spinal stenosis.

[@corap123]

What is an inversion table? Where can we buy it? I have spinal stenosis and degenerative disease of the whole spine with - asthma, chronic gastritis, hiatal hernia- maybe will wake up the gastric symptoms...I'm on the scared side. Thank you so much.

[@ikim39]

my coworker just told me to get one last week after I told her about my stenosis. I'll definitely look into it, thanks

[@jeannejoyce-stone746]

@@corap123 I purchased mine on Amazon.

[@mikemendillo5584]

I got right on SS Disability with no problems at all. Stenosis is no joke. It's very important to have an MRI done and any other documentation, also list any other illnesses or disability you may have. Took me around 9 months. Best wishes,,,,

[@ssdattorney]

I agree completely with your observations.

[@Notacalvinist_24]

do you have cervical stenosis? I was reading that SS approves lumbar as it is in their book, I'm hoping they approve cervical stenosis.

[@teddymarian9416]

Thats crazy I filed Dec 2015 and have been denied 3 times. I have had 3 surgeries already, everybody says "my age is working against me" but my hearing is Dec 4th...

[@Notacalvinist_24]

@@teddymarian9416 Do you have radiating pain and numbness in your legs?

[@teddymarian9416]

@@Notacalvinist_24 yes, i have had it for years. I was admitted to the hospital twice for about a week each before my most recent surgery at the end of September for uncontrollable pain and spasms and weakness so bad I was struggling to walk without falling/going weak in the knees. I have pain, radicular pain, numbness and weakness.

[@tiazadobbs7475]

My husband is 60. He had a crushing injury due to a tree falling on him pinning him under the tree. Crushed his right leg and knee and now spinal stenosis. He has worked in the medical field full time since he was 18. He has worked in the emergency Department for 23 years and can no way keep up that pace now. We are hopeful due to the severe nature of his injuries, his age and excellent work history he will have a strong case. Thank you for info on this !

[@yahuwah3174]

Stenosis is just a fancy word for narrowing. I have the L-4 nL5 disc degenerated disc.I cant stand for more than 10 min now ..walking is minimal and lying down makes my pain go away. .I have very sharp shooting pain in both of my feet...It sucks.

[@belleamourphed1111]

Megan Dowthwaite I think you should get a wheel chair I bet plenty of ppl will line up to push you & help you feel comfortable. I'm thinking of getting one but just like I'm telling you to do it I'm fighting the same perception you're trying to avoid 😕

[@teddymarian9416]

@Megan Dowthwaite No go to the doctor and keep insisting you need imaging something is wrong. Nobody believed me at 15 either and this doesnt show up on an xray until I bawled to my doctor I needed an MRI, after he saw my imaging I went in for my first surgery.

[@klp7620]

Megan Dowthwaite you need a MRI right away

[@kidshshsbsdbdb3072]

@Megan Dowthwaite see a spine dr for ct scan or mri

[@edgildernew9699]

Megan Dowthwaite, I have it also but recently discovered that if you can get a shot while you are in the early stages, it can cure your problem. Check it out.....

[@astrogirl5283]

Thank you for this video. I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis back in 2017. I also have excruciating sciatic pain as well. I’ve been a Home Health Aide for close to 17 years. Bathing clients, rolling them out of beds, etc is becoming really difficult.

[@jimstrohms702]

The criteria that I have read states that you have to either use a wheelchair or walk with two crutches, in order to gain disability for spinal stenosis. When I was in the army, I was diagnosed with severe spinal stenosis as well as severe multi-level degenerative disc disease. I was 29 at the time, and the physicians told me degenerative disc disease is common in most people however, they told me that my case was pretty bad and that my degeneration represented the spine of an 80 year old. I am mainly curious about the stipulations about having to be in a wheelchair or on two crutches.

[@manaa119]

I have Fibromyalgia syndrome and spinal stenosis in all joints ..I have horrible pain and terrible fatigue from both .I'm suffering 24/7 ..I have both since I was 42 years old. May God help and support all patients

[@NBabyboomer]

Thank goodness I work for myself from home. I couldn’t imagine full time employment. Now I’m at retirement age! My back pain has worsened with age! Spinal stenosis is very painful!

[@gillianrose72608]

Thank you so much for this information.

[@djpamelamc]

This is so true. I have been unwell for going on 2 years now and getting worse. I can't work or anything and daily living is hard also. I can't even clean my home. I have moderate Central canal Stenosis all up my spine and l am living in so much pain. I am waiting to see a Rheumatologist plus an Orthopedic Surgeon for over 1 year now. This is heartbreaking. I don't know how l am going to deal with this. I feel my body is going paralyzed on me. Also in bed the pain is worse and it's hard to sleep.

[@timsweeney6832]

It is totally disabling. No joke.

[@ssdattorney]

And from what I understand, your pain level might be different from another person with similar looking stenosis on an MRI.

[@tinaterlaje483]

This was one of the diagnosis with my adult son after months of being admitted to a local hospital here on Guam from a visiting neurologist from Hawaii. Apparently when my son fell ill with severe back pains and comatose from bilateral pneumonia, he awoke a month later and was unable to move his extremities. He was finally diagnosed after me constantly pleading to his hospital doctor to find out why he can't move. Apparently, when my son complained about back pains they (the ER doctor) attributed this pain to bilateral pneumonia. He soon fell in a coma. His spinal cord became inflamed and impinged itself in his T6 because of spinal stenosis. My son had worked 14 years before this occurred. Unfortunately, the people here at Social Security says *he cannot receive Social Security Disability benefits because he lives on Guam* , even though, he has contributed to SS through his employments. I was taken aback by this info. Though he receives regular Social Security (because he is bedridden and paralyzed) this barely makes ends meet in as far as him living in his own home. I had him move in with me, I quit my job to be his full time caregiver and Mother. I'm disabled myself, with bone spurs, osteomyelitis, arthritis and recovering from suffered a recent stroke. Trying to care for my son and myself staying at home most of the time, especially with the COVID-19 pandemic. To say this is very hard, would be an understatement and yet we're not awarded Social Security Disability benefits all because we live on Guam. What are your thoughts on this?

[@jamesphillips7283]

Duh Guam isn't USA

[@chichi541ish]

Thank you for explaining in depth but simple enough to understand! This really helped me & actually made me tear up just watching it because I'm suffering & can relate.. I've dealt with Sciatica pain on & off for about 18 years now (I'm 36) & I've been able to manage. Today I just got an MRI today that shows " L4-L5 Disc Degeneration, Annular Degeneration with disc bulge resulting in mild central stenosis. Posterior midline annular tear. L5-S1 Annular Degeneration with paracentral left small disc protrusion with associated annular tear resulting in minimal lateral recess effacement." I was told in the past that this is mild & I'm too young that it couldn't be that bad. However, my pain has been very debilitating, especially after giving birth almost 3 years ago. I can tolerate a lot of pain but this is one of the worst I've experienced, and since I have a "mild" case, I don't look forward to when it gets worse. I feel bad for who suffer worse than I. I couldn't imagine it being any worse so this is just sitting on my heart dreadfully heavy.

[@ssdattorney]

I think sometimes there can be a disconnect between what appears on an MRI (mild stenosis, disc bulge) and the level of pain that you actually experience. I think that you are correct- at 36 you would have an uphill battle for SSD.

[@bengt_axle]

Work on your flexibility, especially hamstrings, quads, lower back. If you don't have good flexibility and core strength, your symptoms will only get worse, leading to a series of surgeries at a young age. I was in a very similar situation at your age, got some surgeries and the one thing I would have done differently is put more emphasis on flexibility and stress reduction and putting off surgery. Also, for a diagnosis of what your problem is, it should be made based on a physical exam. Imaging is to confirm the diagnosis. If the clinician is not doing an exam and only looking at the image report to find annular tears etc. find someone else. Images showing degenerative changes don't mean much if they are not corroborated with motor, reflex and sensory evaluation.

[@lindamardula9954]

I’ve had that and just had my 2nd fusion. It’s been months and I still can’t stand too long , walk too far, or drive too far. I’m limited with sitting for 20-30 minutes before I need to lay down. I need to find a job as a bed tester. I’ll be 62 in 5 months, I’ve been out of work for 12 months. Goodness, I made great money as a physician assistant for 24 years, I blew through my savings with the 30 PT appointments, the copays for surgeon, pain management, COBRA, etc.. I ended up with an ulcer and gastritis taking NSAIDS for pain. I don’t wish this pain on anybody.

[@chicagolowe]

Did you hire a disability lawyer?

[@jkljkljkljkl6164]

I have it, I just find out, my mind is made, not take meds, I am not going to compromised other organs, I will try to get an injection see if it works, have physical therapy for life, right now I am in light duty, most of my coworkers they are looking at me, like when are you going to work hard like us😕, not easy I am very depress, always been very active, so much of hard work, very committed, people are sock about me.

[@bluewaters3100]

NSAIDS are terrible for your health. I would suggest you ask for an opioid pain medication. You do not have to suffer. My functional medical doctor said they are actually less harmful on your body, After all...you do want a life?

[@themagicians1122]

@@bluewaters3100 FACTS

[@robertlowery3919]

I just got an MRI and it confirmed that I have bulging discs, moderate to severe central canal cervical spinal stenosis from c5 to c7. Along with annular bulging, bone spurs, and the nerves that exist the side being compressed as well. I have a fissure in my L5-S1. Would this be a good disability case? It has caused numbness throughout arms, legs and severe pain.

[@marymartin171]

Thnx,very helpful!!!

[@nf2885]

your videos are very informative. Thank you

[@ssdattorney]

You are welcome. Glad they are helpful to you.

[@johndeeregreen4592]

I was approved with only mild stenosis and DDD. Why? Because I had to be removed from a dump truck by first responders, with a complete loss of sensation in my left leg.

[@teresafjeld7245]

Spinal Stenosis is very painful, it runs down my left leg and very debilitating! I too wish there was a cure.

[@mountaincreekhomestead]

I've been denied for years and now I was diagnosed with lumbar stenosis, bone spurs, bulging disc, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis in my 30/40's. It's unbearable. I can barely work no insurance, denied medicade. Can't afford treatments. I am at the end of my rope plus a terrible Lawyer

[@themagicians1122]

Me too

[@anthonyhunt7667]

just got approved today for spinal stenosis

[@ssdattorney]

Congratulations. Spinal stenosis can be very debilitating. I hope that you can get medical treatment that will keep you out of pain.

[@anthonyhunt7667]

thanks!

[@eloise7600]

Social Security Disability videos I got approved for SSDI but a day after my hearing my MRI results diagnosed me with Spinal Stenosis and budging discs along with other issues in my back from my L2 all the way down to my L5S1 with my L4/L5S1 having the major issues. I'm now getting ESI; thus far, with minimal results with reducing the pain. Will this new diagnosis be considered with my CDR? I may look for a specific CDR video to also post the question to you. Thank you for your helpful videos and thank you in advance for your response.

[@tonyawells8953]

Did your reports say "severe"? Just curious because I have a hearing soon and I have it as well, but the word "severe" isn't in there. So just curious. Thanks

[@teddymarian9416]

Lucky you, just had my second surgery last year and going on year 3 waiting on disability approval!

[@medude1628]

Is foraminal stenosis considered spinal stenosis under ssa listing 1.04. I have been unable to find case law where this distinction has been made. My bilateral foraminal stenosis and radiculopathy is directly attributed to DDD and DDD IS under ssa 1.04. with stenosis being secondary to DDD. The foraminal encroachment has completely pinched the associated nerve. Is this considered compromise of a nerve root considering that the encroachment is not in the central canal or the cauda equina?

[@lynnburton7873]

I was just diagnosed with this along with bulging disc & a curve in my spine in neck area

[@lisvetgutierrez6928]

hello sir! great videos and information. Do you have any experience with Multiple Sclerosis cases?

[@ssdattorney]

Yes, I have tried a number of them. Here is a link to my law firm web page where I have posted a summary of how I approach these cases, along with several case studies: www.georgiasocialsecuritydisabilityattorney.com/case-strategies-and-case-studies/multiple-sclerosis-case-strategies/

[@mikeschultz9691]

I was diagnosed with severe spinal stenosis 2 days ago. Had an MRI done. Bulged disc l4-l5

[@kidshshsbsdbdb3072]

Me too im in process of intial ssdi process its depressing in fesr of losing everything

[@songsalon7868]

@@kidshshsbsdbdb3072 How did it Go, you get your SSDI?

[@oznerolnosrac]

Is there any difference between spinal stenosis and cervical stenosis as I am diagnosed with cervical stenosis and arthritis In the neck even had spinal fusion surgey from c3-c7 been pursuing disability since Sept 2015 I actually started my process right after my surgery, was denied because of my age (I am now 43) recently had my hearing which took 2 years and a few months to come around I wish I would of found you in 2015 have a blessed day ps I shall attempt to watch all of your videos as I am very Leary of getting a favorable outcome. I want to be fully prepared in the event I'll have to start this process over again 7/12/2018 as it happens recieved unfavorable decision this past spring just so happened to click on this video and my( like was no longer there) judge that I went before changed onset date for spring 2018 starting from the bottom again same lawyer and specialist being utilized will definitely be refreshing and referring to your videos quite frequently during this process if you're reading this going thru a similar situation good luck to you

[@kirtkrause354]

Spinal Stenosis is a generalized term regarding any section of the spine (cervical, thoracic or lumbar). The last 2 (Sacrum and Coccyx don't really count as they are mostly fused bones around the pelvic bones). You have the same as I (Cervical Spinal Stenosis). Waiting on my hearing going on 2 years since application. Had the EMG, physical therapy and MRI. I waited as long as possible to apply while fully insured for SSDI and avoid SSI. Will be 50 in 1.5 years.

[@maryc7830]

I’m 45 years old. Worked my whole life. I have spinal stenosis, HLA b27 positive. I also have severe depression, PTSD and anxiety. I’m waiting for a hearing date. I pray.

[@ssdattorney]

Mary, focus on how you symptoms and med side effects impact your capacity for work and you should be fine. Good lu ck.

[@mikesellers4349]

Something I want to add and this will absolutely help your case...have your dr .fill out a functional capacity form ,to help your attorney...is will show your limitations..

[@rotiseriejones2137]

This is a very informative video. I just had an MRI completed, and I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis. It maybe the worst pain I have ever had in my life. I cannot walk for more than 10 minutes, I cannot sit for more than 10 minutes, I cannot sleep throughout the night, I get numbness in my left leg, numbness in my fingers on my left hand, numbness from my right hand all the way to my forearm, I also developed excruciating pain on both my bottom feet from the sciatica pain, and my left glute has the deepest joint muscle and nerve pain I have ever had in my life. I am considering applying for disability because there is no way in heck I can work anywhere with this pain. I have been dealing with this pain for roughly 12 years. I always thought it was my hamstring causing my back issues until one day I was helping my wife with chores around the house and my back completely went out. I fell to the floor, and I had to have help getting up. We went to the emergency room, and they gave me an injection along with a prescription for pain. I am at a complete loss because I want to work, but who the heck will hire me if I need frequent breaks to accommodate the pain from my nerves, legs, and spine.

[@ssdattorney]

Medically it sounds like you have a good case. How old are you - if over 50 your case would be very strong.

[@rotiseriejones2137]

@@ssdattorney I am 45, and I have more medical testing to get done this summer. My doctor referred me to a rheumatologist, and a dermatologist. I was completely fine dealing with my arthritic hip and pain in my back for years. But since my MRI, my spinal stenosis worsened the arthritis in my hip and leg. I have a very rare autoimmune disease which has led to several health issues, and the dermatologist will test for psoriatic arthritis. Basically the Dr's are testing for osteoarthritis and psoriatic arthritis, either way the pain and swelling is in my joints from my hands, elbows, back, knees, shoulders, and legs. At the most, I can handle 15 minute walks with my dog and my kids now and before it was 10 minutes of tolerance. I really don't see a company hiring me for 15 minutes of hard work just to allow me to take 30 minutes to ice and decompress my spine for pain relief. My wife is a registered nurse, and she has been a great person in my corner in helping me deal with doctors and coping with the pain. I am also in physical therapy, and it helps somewhat but maybe for 30 minutes to an hour of relief. Again, your videos have been very informative and thanks for the reply.

[@robertmcfall9071]

Thank you for your explanation of this. I fell through a floor of a house I was building about 15 years ago and injured my neck. Always have to deal with the pain. And the thought that I might somehow get another injury that is fatal. I just recently got a MRI and I'm 7 months into my claim. I'm pretty sure I will be approved I'm 58 and also have COPD and depression and PTSD. I was always a very hard worker and never had to draw unemployment. Ever. Sucks getting old. Hehe

[@robertmcfall9071]

Also neck injuries are no joke. They have my neck as 70% impaired.

[@Pontiacpower1]

Great job I'm learning alot I have a question I have had 2 surgeries on my neck I have a plate with 4 disk fused together I also have a nerve conduction burning and numbness in hands and legs I'm taking prescription for both conditions​ I have worked 26 years streaght in mechanical and auto body and for Michelin tires co all hard and heavy work what is your opinion about my case I am 54 yrs old thanks

[@ssdattorney]

Driver, I can't say without knowing what your doctors say about how your surgeries impact your capacity to work. Disability is not about a particular diagnosis or whether you have had surgery - it is about how your condition impacts your ability to perform a simple, entry-level job.

[@kekecatty]

I had a CT scan done and my physician said I have severe lumbar spinal stenosis, severe arthritis, bulging discs and spondythesilosis. I have numbness and tingling in both legs that go from my feet to my upper thighs and also in extreme pain in my left leg. I am getting an epidural next Thursday. Do you think I would get disability my first try?

[@bluewaters3100]

Yes. You must say you can not work, You can not sit or stand long. Those two things keep many people from getting it. You must be able to prove you can not work..period. Sounds like ou qualify to me.

[@BENT.TVLIVE]

Our ssi hearing back logs continuing in 2017?

[@NataliesBestLife]

It is sooo painful - feels like a knife stabbing pain in my leg - standing is the worse

[@kidshshsbsdbdb3072]

I cant stand long or walk long distances sleep dont happen because of pain i have severe central spinal stenosis

[@MrsBuddevil]

What if your stenosis is mild? Secondary to facet Joint Disease?

[@wandamapp9032]

I was born with Scoliosis and now I believe I have Spinal Stenosis. I'm in soo much pain, including feeling knumbness in my tail bone.

[@supernova44]

Sorry to hear it..have you had an MRI yet? It is indeed very painful and I had a lot of trouble walking due to numbness, spasms, and nerve pain sensations.

[@jamestucker7013]

Just turned 50 yrs old MRI at E.R. showed I have disc bulge l3-l4and l4-l5 , bilateral mild Spinal stenosis nothing mild here have numbness in both legs plus back pain.Just had facet injections on l4-l5 , l3 -l4 ,l5- s1 ,to no avail waiting on epidural injection next. I had nerve conduction study done Dr suggested the epidural in l5 and S1 showed nerve damage on both legs and right foot drop,nerve damage worse in left leg test showed .But Right leg been worse with numbness and foot drop first .Need a knee replacement , injured on the job 2018 injured left ankle left knee had arthroscopic on left knee helped some buckling not all ,have torn MCL grade 2 with chondromalacia patella grade 4 ,all that overcompensating at work walking , now have hip impingement on both hips, osteoarthritis in both hips since 2013 and right knee now hurt worse than knee replacement knee ,found 5mm ossific fracture in right knee . Headaches been worse than ever with nausea neck stiffness,Have C7 1.7 mm disc bulge that can cause right side numbness,hands won't stop twitching mostly right hand ,I'm now dropping things more frequently. About to have Nerve conductor study on upper body soon, been off work for over a year. I filed for SSDI about a year ago my case worker is reviewing medical reports now .DO YOU THINK I GOT A GOOD CHANCE !!!!plus I only got a High school diploma 😭!!!! I just want to get better Judge and get back to work !!! SMH!!! ...... Should of stay in School!!! 😢

[@georgerios7491]

Thanks 🙏 so much very helpful God bless 😍👏

[@ssdattorney]

Thank you very much.

[@TrustedBySeniors]

hello and thank you for this video. Have there been any recent changes for Spinal Stenosis? Any new videos. Please send me link. I am thinking of getting a lawyer in the Houston area for my condition. I've had Spinal Stenosis diagnosed since 2016. I had to operate my cervical since it was pinching my arm. Now I have a bone spur that really Hurts and my entire spine hurts. Sometimes it feels like it's on fire. Sometimes it's just a deep pain on my lower spine. I also have osteoarthritis. My Spine doctor says that operation will not help right now unless it's to try to remove the spur but that it is extremely dangerous.

[@ssdattorney]

Nothing new. Listing 1.04 would apply - www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/1.00-Musculoskeletal-Adult.htm#1_04. Note that having a diagnosis of stenosis does not make you disabled - SSA will focus on specific issues regarding your functioning that arise from the stenosis. This can include pain that interferes with attention and concentration, numbness that impacts your use of a limb, weakness and loss of strength in your legs, etc.

[@adriennenelson7138]

Mr. Ginsburg, I like to ask a question, so after my appeal I started at the pain clinic the next day and also I have a home caregiver , will that help my cause? ,

[@ssdattorney]

Assuming the pain clinic records show that you are compliant and that your functioning remains limited, yes.

[@catfishm.1361]

I’m 71 was diagnosed last year 2022 with degenerative disk disease, two bulging disks and spinal stenosis. On pain meds for back and leg pain and started epidural shots. They help for about 3 months so that’s great. Being on social security already I’m told I can’t receive disability, to old. That I already receive my limit of what I can get monthly. Am I considered disabled and can I receive more for being disabled then what I’m currently receiving? Not in wheelchair but use walker and cane. Hope you can give me an answer so I can maybe find out more about my situation. 👍🏻

[@bobbywatkins3869]

Hello i am working on that and i got denied from judge i have a attorney. let me know if you can give me some advise.

[@imustlol2202]

I'm only 34. I got spinal stenosis and bulging disc. I had to get 2 surgeries for the bulging disc and laminectomy. I was in pain for 5.5 months. I could not sit, walk, stand straight, extreme pain, muscle spasms, sciatica, very difficult to turn in bed, only able to sleep 4 hours due to pain. After surgery, I still can't sit for more than 5 minutes, I can walk slowly with instability, I can fall if someone bumps me, I have hard time sleeping and turning. My legs and feet are numb 😭 I hope I can recover so I can walk and work without pain. I really don't want to be disabled and claim disability at age 34 😭😭😭 Please God help us all 🙏

[@Michelle-qd9gm]

I suffer from chronic nerve pain and lumber spine disease and also had breast cancer with chemo and radiotherapy has that made it worse I can hardly walk

[@danielhenderson5412]

Hello Mr. Ginsberg. I had an MRI done and the radiologist stated the following: Indication spinal stenosis pain radiculopathy. C5-6 demonstrates moderate diffuse hard disc/osteophyte complex moderatley encroaching upon thecal sac as well as both neural foramina. C6-7 demonstrates a clinically significant central and right sided acute herniation which obliterates the right neural foramen and moderately encroaches upon thecal sac. In your opinion, should I pursue SSDI and what do you think the odds are of getting approved? Thank you!

[@bluewaters3100]

You have stenosis in you canal..and in some foramen. They just do not say stenosis for some reason. Every doc has their own language I guess. Did you apply.?

[@KCSiebert]

You sound VERY similar to me - I got on SSDI 10 years ago due to this. - but mine is all lumbar.

[@vickylee5579]

I have it. I wish I had seen your videos sooner. I wish you were my lawyer. The one I went with are not layers. I wish I would have know this at the time. I don't feel like they are trying. It's like they work 9 to 5 and it's just a job. I've had to do the leg work. I don't mind this part. This has been going on almost 4 years. After the first I'm going to talk to someone else and see what rights I have if I go with someone else. Thank you for your videos. I just turned 59, and I almost didn't make it twice sent I started this claim.

[@ssdattorney]

Vicky, my feeling is that while there are some good non-attorney reps out there, I would be hesitant to appear in court with a non-lawyer. Obviously I am a little biased but that's my 2 cents.

[@justiceforallnotjustsome]

I have stenosis in my upper and lower back with 3 bulging disc in lower back and nerve impingement... I have went to an attorney with questions of disability and this lawyer told me I have to prove I cannot work ... ok so what happens if you can’t afford to quit your job in order to win disability? I cannot go months or years without income just to get disability...am I doomed to hurt and keep working until I can’t walk at all anymore or is there something I can do ..please help me

[@philliesfan1flyeaglesfly330]

50 years old with Severe Foraminal stenosis at L5-S1 with Spondylolis and Spondylolistheiss, Meniscus tear both knees with left knee being repaired surgically repaired and now arthritic. Torn shoulder labrum surgery with 3 anchors and lack of range of motion and pain and a TFFC tear of wrist. All documented and accepted Workers comp claims in my lifetime of work. Had same physical job last 20 years. What are my odds my first time filling?

[@lauralee83]

I think I've waited too long to file. I'm 58 and have been suffering for years. Does your office help file your case with ssd or only if denied? My last mri 2 weeks ago was worse C5 c6 moderatecentral canal stenosis, severe left and moderate right foraminal stenosis . C7-t1 moderate central canal stenosis. Disc osteophyte ridgeswhich extends in nueral foramen. , modic changes, etc. Thank you so much for all your helpful videos!

[@ssdattorney]

Laura, you should first go to ssa.gov/myaccount and download your MySocialSecurity statement to see if you have enough credits for SSDI. If you are insured for SSDI I would be happy to take a look.

[@sonjam.6018]

I believe in order to truly be approved for disability one has to not only be broke down as hell physically but totally willing and or strung out on the many medications of death that they offer for your broken down body.

[@patrickshelton3053]

What?

[@sonjam.6018]

@@patrickshelton3053 Um....what do you mean what? What? as in you didn't understand what I said ....or what as in the nerve of me saying it?

[@micahmitchell517]

@@sonjam.6018 Don't follow what you are saying.

[@sonjam.6018]

@@micahmitchell517 Eh he...if I made it any plainer we would be talking elementary here...c'mon.

[@bluewaters3100]

I get you!! I refuse to do epidurals or nerve ablation. I only want my pain pills...nothing else will do. I also refuse to take horrible anti-inflammatories ( almost died from vioxx and some other pill) I was forced to go cold turkey off of klonopin when my doctor retired abruptly (that was not fun) and I will not take anti-depressant. Gabapentin is out also. I just tell them I can not deal with the side effects. It is still my body after all. I refuse to jump through hoops anymore so they can keep their licenses!

[@happy-dc8uj]

I have/had severe spinal stenosis and suffered 10 years, I recently had a dosectomy and fusion but the pain is still severe. I think it's from the pinched nerve down my arm for 10 years. Can you still qualify for disability if you had the stenosis fixed but still experience pain?

[@ssdattorney]

Yes, you can. It would be very helpful, however, to have a medical explanation as to why you continue to have pain.

[@adriennenelson7138]

Hello Mr Ginseng, this is one that my attorney argued with the appeals council . I do have spinal stenosis more info. Plz

[@eddierubio2796]

I have had 4 lumbar operations ( fusions) where i had moderateband servre stenosis in canak and foreamon. I have had multiple cervical surgeries ( fusions, laminectomy, artifical disc). All of my mri and ct for both lumvar and spinal show stenosis etc. I akso have DISH and continually have bone spurs appearing in my spine. I continue to have pain and have been diagnosed with adjacent and degenerative disc disease. I have chronic pain and limited mobility in my neck and lower back. I get injections one to two times a year to try and help with the pain. Had a bicep tenodesis, have rotator cuff issues. I had a cubitel tunnel release and nerve is a but damaged. Carpel tunnel release in both hands but now have recurrent carpel tunnel. An 54. They are in medical review. There are over 600 pages of records including MRI and CT scans. I am expecting a denial just because it seems thats what they do. I cant sit still. Always have to shift because of the pain. Struggle to bend and have very limited mobility in my neck as only one level is not fused Will an appeal go well onxe rejected ?

[@ssdattorney]

Based on what you write it appears that you have a strong case. Look at Grid Rule 201.10 or 201.12 - gridrules.net/sedentary-grids/

[@donnar9864]

I love you Mr. Ginsberg!!!

[@ssdattorney]

Why thank you!

[@judydavidson390]

please help me I need somebody Jonathan with an honest opinion if I had empyema misdiagnosed of course I was sent home from the hospital with a bogus story of a viral infection I explained to the emergency room doctor that I was in excruciating pain I could not breathe and it felt like the first time I had osteomyelitis I have been diagnosed with that before when I got my records he falsified them saying I came in for a cough which I did not I have been very very sick since the end of December I also suffer from panic attacks of course depression and of course I'm diagnosed bipolar my psychiatrist checked off the doctor list stating everything was extreme and then with that I wound up with osteomyelitis I was hospitalized for the first week of December 455 days and then again in March for another 55 days and then again in the end of April for another 45 days with a treatment of Vancomycin it started IV through a PICC line and then that did not seem to work so they brought in a neurosurgeon because I actually had a vertebrae pressing on my spinal column they immediately transferred hospitals and put me in ICU and medically paralyzed me until the neurosurgeon was able to do the surgery the surgery was from T1 two t11 I now have two rods and 16 screws the diagnosis was severe spinal compression with severe spinal stenosis I was wondering if this was enough to collect Social Security I am in constant pain I don't take anything for pain or should I say any form of narcotic I am on gabapentin Valium for spasms ibuprofen and Suboxone I am also a sufferer of hep C I have my first appointment with infectious disease next week however I have been seeing infectious disease for the osteomyelitis or the bone marrow infection I am 53 years old I have had physical therapy for 8 weeks occupational therapy for 6 weeks and of course a home nurse for six weeks do you think I might have a case for Social Security and if I do is it considered one of the automatics on the Blue Book I also have a numbness in my shoulder blades it takes me a lot to get up I am in a brace that was given to me from the hospital and also it came but I don't believe the Kane is doctor ordered is something they just gave me out of the hospital I really need honest opinion am I just wasting my time I don't know if I mentioned I am 54 years old please help me I do need an honest opinion of somebody who knows exactly what they're talking about and the weirdest thing is I have a lot of pain in my butt along with burning pain in my shoulder blades and once in awhile it will feel like a very sharp pain not like a nice more like somebody sticking an ice pick and yes my does show up on an MRI it also shows that I have new pains or new symptoms due to this

[@vickypaulson9264]

Spinal stenosis is just one thing I have wrong with my back. I also have spondiosis, bone spurs, 6 discs missing, and more. I'm 62, and sure hope I win my hearing.

[@adriennenelson7138]

As I read the comments, its crazy that I suffer from the same problem. Also to add to it I have scoliosis of the spine, I'm going for ssdi. And arthritis of the spine

[@ElleBrOw]

62? just claim your regular social security THEN file for SSD

[@commondenomination4564]

You just about described my injuries and I am 34.

[@shannonw5218]

Did you win. I had my hearing two weeks ago. In still waiting.

[@eloise7600]

Shannon w Did you win your case? I pray so!

[@jacquelinedavy9126]

A quick question i had tow tumor removed from my spine and had complication and plus i was bron with joint deform in my knees. Ankles i do get ssi and ssdi. Already with the goverme t cuting off food. Stamps and medicade and. Maybe medicare i am asking if i need to see a social security doctors to see if it would benefit me keeping my. Disability and not have to worry so much. I am only 51 years old i wont to make sure. I do the right thing thank you for responding jackie davy

[@ssdattorney]

Jacqueline, you generally don't ask SSA to send you to a doctor. Keep going to your own doctors so that if SSA tries to cut you off (which is probably unlikely given what you have written) you will be prepared.

[@lv_raiders478]

I'm going through a cdr for ssi .is there a possibility they will cut my benefits. I just had surgery on October 22 on my shoulder...and they just sent a long form to fill out.

[@ssdattorney]

I am seeing an increase in CDRs. Go ahead and fill out the form and make sure that your doctors know that they need to cooperate.

[@tracimitchell4557]

I have spinal stenosis lumber with sciatica pain in both legs I can only stand 15 min or so and both legs and feet go numb in my neck my hands and arms both ache and tingle. And at the same time are completely numb I also have chronic kidney disease chronic kidney stones acute kidney failure twice in the past few months and fifteen surgeries on my kidneys in the past 4 months sepsis twice I also have happy Facet joint hypertrophy along with foraminal stenosis bulging and herniated disk in every level and vacuum disk phenomenon in my lumbar scoliosis and spondylitis and a severely displaced vertebrae in lumbar reverse cspine I have hypertension and depression with anxiety I need help I have mr I and CT for proof and I have been seeing kidney specialist for years please is it better to get a lawyer or provide the ss office with am my info and do application myself

[@denisebrinson7175]

I have been following you for the last year and received some very helpful information on understanding how social security works. I initially had knee surgery and from there I started with all sorts of issues. Now I deal with chronic multiple joint pain upper and lower extremities with edema. Diagnosed with inflammatory arthritis, lumbar disc bulge l4-l5 with sciatica, right rotator cuff tear with bursitis, multilevel congenital and acquired cervical stenosis moderate-severe with disc protrusion & Osteophytes on all levels c2-c7 with nerve impingement on a 2 levels- 1 level is bilateral impingement. I also have straightening on the normal lordosis. The pain is so horrible. Medication is not touching the pain. The numbness and tingling radiates continuously and the weakness is getting worse. I have difficulty with holding my head in certain positions and frequent headaches. What do you think my odds of approval are?

[@bluewaters3100]

I just want you to know that you need to be under a doctor's care and doing whatever he suggests. You also must not give any indication that you can work. You must be disabled. I got mine with my first application. I had both cervical and lumbar issues along with knee issues and peripheral neuropathy in my right foot. I had current MRI's and had been under a doctor's care for many years and had gone to a pain clinic. I never even had a lawyer or appeared before a judge and I had my first check within 3 months. I had to get help throught the Dept. of Health & Social Services..my house burned down, I was living in a cheap motel with my son, no money, could not work, and I had broken my right foot in the fire. If you have a lot of current and ongoing medical documentation and you can not work then I think you will get SSDI. good luck..hope this helps.

[@denisebrinson7175]

Debbie J. Thanks. I’m doing everything my doctors advise me to do. One of them even suggested that I apply and he’d fully support it medically and also suggested the ACDF surgery due to muscle atrophy developing in my left arm. I just get so discouraged sometimes. I did go ahead and apply so hopefully everything turns out well. I could definitely use the help.

[@imustlol2202]

I have stenosis, disc bulge and degenerative disc. It took 6 months before doctors decided to do surgery. In the 6 months my nerves were badly damaged. Nerves damage is no good. See a doctor soon

[@patriciaclayton6397]

Wish I had known this years ago. I had to retire at 63 because I could not work any longer dye to severe back priblems: lumbar spinal stenosis, pelvic arthritis, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, polymialgia rheumatic and others. I would have filed for disability if I had known.

[@pbufh]

Why don't you file now?

[@jessieurgea9899]

Does any one know if 7MM Central spinal Stenosis and carpal tunnel is a good case For getting approved?? been denied 3x I'm 42....

[@shemsijeberisha478]

Minimal degenerative disc disease at C5/6 without evidence of significant central canal or neural foraminal stenosis in the cervical spine within the limitation of patient motion Mild supraspinatus tendinosis without evidence of rotator cuff tear. 2. Suspected SLAP tear. 3. Moderate AC joint osteoarthritis. Can u tell me if this is bad just got this results for my neck and shoulder I’m in to much pain thank you so much if u can tell me

[@ssdattorney]

I would read that report as documenting a mild level of spinal injury. If I saw a report like that I would want opinion evidence from the treating doctor which supports your allegations of severe pain. Generally speaking a judge would need to be convinced that this relatively minor level of impairment as shown on the MRI can result in disabling pain.

[@albertlopez85]

I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis almost two years ago and was denied disability. So I had to get back to work to feed my family. Would I still be able to re apply even if I worked after my diagnosis?

[@ssdattorney]

Yes, but you may need to use a later onset date.

[@shamakuma1967]

Congenital narrow canal, Pagets disease

[@kathleengooch1196]

I didn't get mine disability again I had surgery on my neck in 2015! My lawyer dropped me after the judge deined me for 3rd time 😠😣

[@supernova44]

What about multilevel degenerative stenosis in the thoracic, lumbar, and possible cervical spine that is not severe? I also have FBSS and several spinal problems and have a spinal cord stimulator and pain pump. I'm still waiting for my case review determination.

[@ssdattorney]

Multilevel stenosis would be considered "severe" for purposes of the 5 Step Sequential Evaluation process. The question is whether it is severe enough to win SSD. If you have a stimulator and pain pump that says to me that you would have a difficult time working so your case does seem viable to me based on what you say.

[@supernova44]

Thank you so much...I've been on SSDI for 15 years already and never had such an intense case review. With the new changes, I figure they're trying to kick off as many claimants as possible.

[@bluewaters3100]

@@supernova44 A few years back a social security worker told me I had the kind of disability that would not need to be reviewed. That was ten years ago. Now I am on regular social security as I am 67. I am interested though on why you would need to be reviewed after that long. Did you start working?

[@supernova44]

@@bluewaters3100 Hi Debbie...no I hadn't started working at the time. Usually I'd get the short CDR forms in the mail, send it in, and it was the end of that. 3 years ago I got a stack of paperwork to fill out and it took 4 months to get a reply that I was deemed disabled. I think I'm supposed to get another CDR in 3 years after last time but so far nothing yet. Since the last CDR I was diagnosed with 2 autoimmune diseases. I hope they can see that my health hasn't improved. I'm not of retirement age and I guess this accounts for the added scrutiny.

[@danthony8603]

What if MRI report says stenosis but says mild instead of extreme? Also have EMG report that says, "There was electrodiagnostic evidence upon today’s examination suggesting a right L5-S1 and S1-S2 lumbosacral radiculopathy with active denervation and incomplete reinnervation. Complex repetitive discharges were indicative of chronic denervation".

[@shanedirden6206]

Mine is from top to bottom moderate to severe. 8 pages / MRI report.

[@joeh14]

Does SS disability and VA disability for the same thing conflict? I’m not receiving either at this time.

[@lindamiller209]

Hi I did an MRI and x ray I have osteoarthritis and lumbar spinal stenosis and bulging disc neuropathy claudiation I am waiting on a decision can you tell me if I will get it the pain is horrible it's limited my mobility and I'm in constant pain the meds they prescribed get me sick so I started canibis and cbd I am also a recovering addict that's another reason I think I get sick from the pills hope to hear from you thank you

[@ssdattorney]

Linda, the objective tests help by showing there is a problem. The question, which only your doctors can answer, has to do with how these issues impact your capacity to function in a simple work environment.

[@brad2548]

God bless you sir

[@ssdattorney]

Thank you!

[@younghat5]

I’m going through this now got injured at the job mri came back with a lot of problem with lower back .should I apply to ssdi or just say with wc?

[@ssdattorney]

I can't offer legal advice on a YT channel. Keep in mind that your weekly WC benefits would offset any SSDI to which you would be entitled. Further, pursuing SSDI while your WC case is pending could trigger a Medicare Set Aside. Bottom line, talk to your WC lawyer before filing anything with SSD.

[@pauladwagner]

I have stenosis in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar. SSA is currently trying to take my disability. I am terrified. I would have to put my mother in a home and be homeless myself.

[@shelleygh6476]

Greetings, I(65 yrs old) called SSD to see if I qualify for benefits, due to herniated discs. when asked about my household income, I was told, that my husband made too much money. Now my husband is going to apply for SSD because he's been diagnosed with spinal stenosis and is scheduled for surgery on 6/2022. He will no longer be able to work after 30 yrs & retiring from the prison system, then work again for 20 more yrs as a security person in private security. Our income has gone down. Do you feel I should apply for SSD because of the adjustments we are making physically and financially? Thank you in advance for your reply. God bless you for doing what you do.

[@ssdattorney]

Shelley if you don't have enough credits for SSDI then you can only pursue SSI. If your husband works and/or collects SSDI then that income would offset your SSI.

[@jp-us9rq]

i got lumbar stanosis feet go numb legs pain all over i dont get it treated can i still qualify

[@DFG312]

Question, i just had back surgery, micro discectomy and the doctor told me that the pain on my leg won’t go away and even after surgery it hurts even more and can’t do some of the stuff i used to do, would i be able to get approved for ssd?

[@ssdattorney]

I think it is a mistake to apply for SSD based on "what the doctor told me." Are you actually experiencing this pain? What treatment are you undergoing? Have you been compliant with physical therapy and with meds? Have you tried to work? You have to position yourself as a fighter who sees SSD as a last resort.

[@ngwhite6251]

I have spinal stenosis and degenerative joint disorder and applied for disability in Michigan and was denied. They said I can still work. I have now been additionally diagnosed with Spondylosisthesis. I will be having spinal surgery in November. Is there anything I can do to get disability benefits?

[@yolandaromero1394]

Back2Eden Black please....are you going to have the surgery? Pls think twice.I have spinal stenosis and had lumbar surgery replacing L4,L5..it's been 1yr and 6months and I walk with a cane..it's debilitating pain..took me a long time to be able to quit using a walker.Since then I'm having a nightmare with my surgeon filling out my forms for social security..they just don't do those I was told .I wish you good luck and really research your orthopaedic Dr. .

[@bluewaters3100]

@Marley Every doctor I go to says I am wise to not have surgery on my back and neck. The only ones who want you to have surgery are the back doctors..that is their bread and butter.

[@eladmitchell752]

its bad,i have spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, ddd,radiculopathy, neuropathy, sciatica, nerve root impingement, diabetes, ptsd ,58 years old,so i applied for ssdi ,still waiting😊

[@michaelk3582]

Psoriatic arthritis, and osteo arthritis for at least 30 years and I worked extremely hard jobs through that pain Doctor notes and x-rays of all my joints showdegenerative disc, can't remember if it uses the word stenosis butt joint space narrowing and bone spurring in many of my joints, the nail in my coffin was my fourth compression fracture which happened bending over in bed as I kind of lunch to the floor to get my phone that I couldn't quite reach. I had to be wheelchaired into the hospital the next morning. 30 years of medical records over 2 in thick. Severe carpal tunnel, tendonitis, melanoma, near gangrenous gallbladder, suicide attempt once many years ago associated to severe back injury and loss of job, now shoulder pain with numbness going down my arm, likely because my neck is so bad.........I'm in the beginning stages and my info has been sent to the determination office...... And then shuffled off to another determination office in another state because of the back load........ I've worked three jobs 7 days a week in the past, I'm no stranger to continuous hard work, and it pisses me off that I just can't get anything done especially around my house and property......... If they deny me the first time then I'm going to know something's wrong with this system.....

[@ssdattorney]

Something IS wrong with the SSD system. However, to improve your chances at winning, I would suggest that you look at the musculoskeletal listings (www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/1.00-Musculoskeletal-Adult.htm) and point out to SSA which ones likely apply. Then ask your doctor to write a letter on your behalf explaining why you meet one or more listings.

[@PTC702]

My Dr. Doesn't address my stenosis even though it shows in my mri. Actually, I have been treated like a one size fits all and I have alot going on with my back.

[@cherylzittle3765]

Can you do a video regarding Psoriatic arthritis?

[@ssdattorney]

I have one coming out about RA - I think that generally the same principles apply. The video is not live but here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKnYn5Z3l8mUgKs

[@1lovewaters419]

If I had a lumber decompression surgery , can I get my s.s I?

[@ssdattorney]

It depends on how your condition impacts your work capacity.

[@gregmartin4683]

Quite bothersome that a judge would try to trick you when you're in court because you have to be

[@chicagolowe]

Bilateral Foraminal Stenosis . or central stenosis and moderate bilateral foraminal stenosis, and osteoarthritis in both hands and right wrist. I'm 53yrs old and on meds. is this winnable?

[@naderomiller8557]

They just approved me for surgery after 3 yrs. Can I recieve benifits finally ?

[@ssdattorney]

That depends on whether you have medical impairments that prevent you from working. A surgical order is not the question - work limitations are.

[@heymancollectables2286]

Spinal stenosis..bulging discs...Damaged SIs.. S1 nerve damaged. Thoracic stenosis with multiple bulging discs and bone spurs. severe arthritis in the whole spine. Migraine headaches I take injections for. was diagnosed with severe Fibro and lupus. I get SI injections about every 6 months and injection to the neck areas. Also have been diagnosed with all and had my hearing February 1 and still waiting for a decision. Vocational Witness said at the end no jobs and judge thanked me for making to the hearing and then apologized it took so long to get to this point and hopes I find on going and better treatment to help me be comfortable and more happy. And ended the hearing. Don't know what to think...

[@ssdattorney]

Based on what you say, it sounds positive to me. You have objective medical problems (the discs) which is always a positive for judges. Hope it turns out well for you.

[@heymancollectables2286]

got denied letter

[@heymancollectables2286]

@Top Tv News طوب تيفي نيوز because I'm under 50 years old and the government only wants to help drug users. Judge also had a problem with me not being on pain pills. I don't do drugs.... And I also felt like I was in criminal court. Hard chairs and small room that smelled bad.. Disabled people shouldn't have to feel like a criminal... Now I'm 46 and have no help or income. I lost insurance and cant go to doctor anymore eaither.. Thanks America.. This is what I get for paying taxes... Wow

[@bluewaters3100]

@@heymancollectables2286 Oh I am so sorry to read this. I am the exact opposite. I have been taking only pain pills for 15 years. I refuse everything they offer me..no epidurals or nerve ablation. I have done all I am going to do. You feel like they just want to offer something and it only works for a short time. Go to your State Dept. of health & social services with your medical records and a letter from your doctor saying you can not work. You can get medical insurance and temporary help. Go to a doctor and get a prescription for pain medication. If you do not take them well...your choice. I am not into suffering myself. Then you file again. You have to keep seeing a doctor. Are you back working at all>/?

[@dungeonmp3]

man i was really hoping after seeing this video that you guys would take my case up with a federal appeal. you talk about representing people on a federal level, but when i called the woman said they dont take up federal appeals. then let me know the number wasnt even associated with your firm. why would you post this media and then not help folks like you claim to? :/ thought i had found a good lawyer that could help and i couldnt even make it to your office on the phone. can you guys not do streaming tv court or something for someone in north east arkansas? 10 minutes below mo and no far from the east border?

[@Thaojennyduong]

I have Lumbar stenosis with neurogenic claudication and Lumbar radiculopathy .And I am only 44 years old ? Can i get sociall security disability?, i just got my second epidural 1 week ago and it seem like it does not work . My pain management will send me back to my surgeon and I may. Have to get surgery. I have to use a walker to walk . Both leg weak and both arms weak , l4/L5 is narrow , C5/C6 is nerve pinch . So it the same issue . I did neck therapy nothing help , I did spine therapy nothing is help .

[@ssdattorney]

Your age will be a factor. If you were 56 I'd say you have a very strong argument. At 44 you are going to need very strong support from your doctor in the form of an explanation of the practical issues that arise from your condition.

[@Thaojennyduong]

Thank you

[@MindfulSounds9]

Free consult?

[@daytonjohnson1047]

Dr said that i have spinal canal narrowing its painfull i have to lay down 3 and 4 times aday to ease the pain and compression i was approved in 3.5 months i still do exercises for it also no cure but it helps the pain

[@daytonjohnson1047]

No

[@daytonjohnson1047]

Medical records

[@amycuaresma]

1:39 is there an equivalent to "grid rules" for under 50?

[@ssdattorney]

No there is not.

[@tasha0299]

I have three herniated discs from C3-C6, as well as borderline central stenosis in C6. Discs L1-S1 are all herniated. L3-L4 moderate central stenosis, L4-L5/L5-S1 have severe central stenosis. I'm only 25. Would my MRI findings make a good case? Or will my age play most of the factor in the outcome? Which would be completely unfair as I cannot stand or sit long. Bending and lifting also aggravate the situation. It's very debilitating, regardless of being young.

[@chicagolowe]

Did you hire a disability lawyer?

[@ardeemd]

I’m 38 and have disk c6-c7 have spinal stenosis . Can this causes Back head and face numbness?!

[@ssdattorney]

Any symptom like this would be of concern. You need to ask your doctor about this.

[@MrPAULONEAL]

What about facet joint degeneration?