03/16/2022
Degenerative disc disease is one of the most common causes of back pain, and also one of the most misunderstood.
Degenerative disc disease refers to symptoms of back or neck pain caused by wear-and-tear and aging of your spinal discs. In some cases, degenerative disc disease can cause weakness, numbness, and hot, shooting pains in the arms or legs. Degenerative disc disease typically consists of low-level chronic pain with short bursts of more severe pain.
Despite what the name suggests, degenerative disc disease is not a true disease, but a condition in which natural, age-related wear-and-tear on a disc causes pain, instability, and other symptoms. In most cases, it's a natural part of aging! This condition usually does not result in long-term disability, and most cases can be managed using non-surgical treatment methods like chiropractic.
If you've experienced any symptoms related to degenerative disc disease give us a call today at (705) 446-5828 to schedule an appointment!