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Dealing with Degenerative Disc Disease at Laser Spine Institute

The doctor’s diagnosis—degenerative disc disease—sounds awful. But the name can be misleading. This condition is not, in fact, a disease. And even though it does refer to progressive degeneration of an intervertebral disc, the symptoms usually become progressively more tolerable over time, not worse. But, if it’s not a disease, then, what is it? Simply put, it is a natural part of aging. The intervertebral discs, which function as “shock absorbers” between the vertebrae, begin to break down over time. As the disc loses its integrity, there is less space and cushion between the vertebrae. This sometimes leads to nerves being pinched, which can cause localized or radiating pain, tingling, numbness or muscle weakness in other parts of the body.

However, degenerative disc disease doesn’t always lead to chronic pain. Most people experience no symptoms at all, and even those who do are generally able to manage their symptoms through conservative treatment such as physical therapy and pain medication. If conservative treatment proves ineffective, a doctor might suggest surgery to alleviate your symptoms. At Laser Spine Institute (LSI), thousands of patients have discovered an alternative to traditional open-back surgery, which comes with the risk of many complications.

Contact LSI to learn how a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure can help you regain your life. The award-winning surgeons at LSI will analyze your MRI or CT scan at no cost to determine whether you are a candidate for an endoscopic procedure to treat the symptoms of degenerative disc disease.