Originally Posted by outaluckagain

I take "significant defect" to mean that during the exam for my medical with the AME, a defect is found. Defect like you stated. A physical impairment like not being to walk on my heels and toes.

I think you also mean that a "physical impairment" is not spinal degenerative disc disease in itself, but rather something the AME may diagnose during the exam related to actual movement of my body or stated symptoms made during the exam. Correct?

The RMI and radiologist report of degenerative disc disease and bulging disc would not be disqualifying as long as the operative report states bulge cured or whatever term they use. Yes?