I have been diagnosed with spondylolisthesis and severe osteoarthritis with bone fusion.?

Question

Is this going to be debilitating in the future and is it a legitimate reason to apply for disability? I am in pain when standing or sitting for long periods of time.

Answer 1

This condition is the bone, in this case the vertebrae slides over the one above or under the other one. Then fusion may or, may not take place. This can also cause spinal problems .
I have had these conditions. But, I would ask why?

Why is this condition allowed to take place when surgery is an option and can correct it. I know because I've had it, five times. I have osteo arthritis in the severe degenerative conditions, I have 32 screws and 32 wires holding my spine together. I have a electrical spinal stimulator embedded in my spine due to the serious problems in my spine.

Yes, you most definitely should apply for Social Security disability. You will get phone interview. That's the new procedure.
Have all your doctor reports, all your paper work with you, they will ask all kinds of questions. They may send you to one of their doctors nearby.
It all takes a few months, then it goes back to the time you made the call. It took me four months, I got my first check in four months for four grand then so much every month.

In the meantime speak to your doctor about relief for yourself, it won't harm your claim. Once you apply it's forever. Ask him about the new spinal stimulator. It's Heaven after thirteen years of pain. No more pills.