Can I Join The Air Force With a History of a Disc Bulge?

Joining w/Med issue

For context, I got diagnosed with a L-4, L-5 disc bulge in 2021. However, I haven’t been to an orthopedic doctor for the issue since the diagnosis. I’ve also never needed surgery, physical therapy, or medication for the disc bulge.

I’m partially worried that despite the fact I’ve been asymptomatic for years, I’ll still get disqualified. It doesn’t cause me any nerve pain. And it doesn’t make my daily life any harder.

Posted Jun 23, 2026, 10:12 AM UTC

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