Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a condition that describes pain due to a damaged disc (or multiple discs) in the spine. DDD is a progressive disease, which means it will continue to worsen over time if there is no intervention. It’s important to nip it in the bud as soon as possible. It can cause chronic back pain, especially in areas such as the lower back and lumbar spine.

 

Though it cannot be cured, there are several options available to treat DDD. Fortunately, in some cases, it can be treated without surgery. There are treatments, including physical therapy, that can greatly help ease this pain and allow you to live your life as normally as possible.