Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
First of all, we would need to have a look at your spine x rays to determine the nature of your problem.
It is not clear, what your doctors meant, when they said that a hook is missing from the spine.
The common causes of pain related to spine include pressure on the spinal nerves due to
slipped disc, etc.
For more information,
MRI of spine may be helpful.
I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.
Wishing you good health,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, India
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