Thanks folks,
Yes QDM, very much a product of my own reticence here... not having been blessed with a gardening accident, or a bad heavy lift to blame it on, it really has to come down to the sedentary nature, and whilst I could easily be considered fit to fly, I would rather not leap straight back in to a full time roster, as i believe it was the exposure to the seating position (plus my blatant ignoring of the pain mind you) that led to this in the first place
I do suspect the confined-legs twist used to pick up a heavy tech log from behind and beneath a significant factor.. what DX may consider work related injury, but proving it a different kettle of fish. Anyway, the mechanics of where I stow heavy items that require retrieval from the seat will change in the future.
I should have added that I was given Mackenzie Group exercises from Day one of physio, and that plus Interferential and some manipulation have i feel contributed significantly to lowering the pain levels. With pain where it is now, almost gone, I would certainly not elect for surgery; would rather leave that for a last resort.
Appreciate you all taking the time to offer your experience here.
Plan 10