This condition is a naturally occurring process where the disc space narrows and the spinal nerve become compressed. Fortunately, surgery is only necessary in 5 percent of patients. Most times, a nerve block either epidural or facet block and physical therapy have an excellent outcome. Many patients can return to golf and tennis very quickly . Should surgery be necessary, less invasive one hour procedure are quite effective.There is no reason to give up an active quallity of life.