Spine arthritis and spine deformity with treatment options
Dear reader outlines osteoarthritis of the spine with calcium deposits and spurs a birth spinal curve deformity and limited relief from vitamins or simple pain relievers. Recommends rheumatologist supervised program physical therapy rest and possible surgical removal of spurs if nerves are affected while noting osteoporosis may develop with age. Also answers a question on leg pain from arterial disease and cites bypass as possible if localized. A short AP item about a Manhattan餐 skateboard incident follows.