Add Comment Question: Hello, i have a lower disk problem. I have it since 2010. The pain started from Wednesday and i am in Morphine medication. The pain travelled to upper spine now. I am a teacher and working with 2 to 4 years old children. I want to know if i can apply for short term disability? Answer: You should apply if you have that coverage. With sufficient medical documents you should get approved Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.