Degenerative Disorders of the Spine

 

Degenerative Diseases of the Back is among the most frequently cited causes of lower neck and back pain as well as one of the most frequently misunderstood. In simple terms degenerative disc diseases refer to the symptoms of neck or back pain that result from wear-and-tear to the discs of the spine. In certain cases the degenerative disc condition also causes numbness, weakness and burning pains in the legs or arms ( radiatcular pain ). Degenerative Disorders of the Spine generally manifest as a moderate chronic pain, with occasional periods of painful. Degenerative disc diseases in the lumbar spinal region can cause discomfort in the hips, lower back and legs. The most common form of disc degeneration is pain within cervical (cervical spinal) as well as the lower back (lumbar spinal). The areas in which the spine is located are subject to the greatest motion and strain, and are the most vulnerable for disc degeneration. Contrary to what it sounds like disc degeneration isn't a disease rather, it's a condition where the natural wear and tear of aging on the disc can cause discomfort, instability and other signs. The condition is not likely to cause long-term disability and is usually controlled with non-surgical treatments. Although it is true that disc degeneration will advance with time, the discomfort caused by degenerative disc disease generally isn't getting worse, and usually feels better if you wait long enough.At Wellness Hospital, we are committed to providing expert care and innovative treatments for degenerative diseases of the spine.