Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a serious age-related condition in which the

vertebral discs

 get worn out, leading to a variety of back problems. Degenerative disc disease typically consists of low-level chronic pain with intermittent episodes of more severe pain.
Stay active to slow the disc degeneration. Exercises not only preserve what functionality exists; they are the single best way of healing the back.
Symptoms

Back pain

  • Lower

  • Localized

  • At spine

  • Occurs or worsens with forward bending or axial loading, Occurs or worsens with sitting, Occurs or worsens by coughing or sneezing, Occurs or worsens with prolonged standing

  • Relieved with activity

or Back neck pain

  • Localized

  • Occurs or worsens with neck movement

common

No pain is felt upon maximal flexion of the hip

common

Restricted movement of back

Numbness or tingling in shoulders arms or hands

or Numbness or tingling in legs, feet, or buttocks

Risk factors

Overweight or obese

Bad posture or rotated position

Treatment
The goal is to ease pain and stop more damage. Your doctor will suggest the best plan for you, based on your symptoms and how serious your condition is. Treatment may include: 1-Over-the-counter pain relievers,

NSAIDs

 and other medications. 2-Physical therapy. 3-For some cases steroid shots can be useful to ease pain, swelling and inflammation. 4-If other treatments don't work, your doctor may recommend surgery.
Recommended specialist

If you have Degenerative Disc Disease, then a visit to an orthopedic surgeon is highly recommended.

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