Degenerative Disc Disease Treatment - HealthMax Chiropractic

What It Is

A Normal Part of Aging, Not a Diagnosis to Fear

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is one of the most common causes of low back pain and neck pain. Discs sit between each vertebra in the spine, and as they degenerate, they put pressure on the surrounding nerves.

If you've been diagnosed with DDD, know that the term sounds worse than it is. It's not a disease, and it doesn't necessarily mean things will keep getting worse; it simply describes a natural process of disc degeneration that happens to everyone over time.

Common Symptoms

Signs of Disc Degeneration

If any of these sound familiar, chiropractic care may help.

Chronic low back or neck pain — that comes and goes, or lingers
Radiating weakness or numbness — in the arms or legs
Stiffness after sitting or standing — that eases somewhat with movement
Disc bulging or herniation — a further stage of the same degenerative process

What To Expect

Managing It Naturally, on Your Terms

We provide gentle spinal adjustments to improve the function of your spine, relieve pressure on the nerves, and address the underlying mechanics, not just the pain.

DDD is common and largely unavoidable, but that doesn't mean you have to just live with the discomfort. Choosing safe, natural chiropractic care puts you back in control of how much pain you're willing to tolerate.